Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Document Type
Thesis
School
School of Nursing
Department
Nursing
Date of Original Version
7-20-2020
Abstract
Inadequate pain assessment is a significant problem and a key barrier to appropriate pain management. This project evaluates the feasibility, effectiveness, and impact of using the PEG scale, a 3-item pain assessment tool in place of the unidimensional Numeric Rating Scale to assess chronic pain in a primary care setting. A multidimensional pain assessment tool that evaluates not only the severity of pain, but also the impact of pain on quality and functioning could improve patient care and pain management.
Recommended Citation
Harritos, Nancy L., "Implementation and Evaluation of the Peg Pain Assessment Scale in a Primary Care Setting" (2020). Master's Theses, Dissertations, Graduate Research and Major Papers Overview. 394.
https://digitalcommons.ric.edu/etd/394
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