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Affective dimension of pain

The emotional aspect of a patient's pain experience that affects their overall well-being.

Cultural competency

The ability of healthcare providers to understand and respect diverse cultural beliefs and practices in patient care.

Hierarchy of Pain Assessment Techniques

A framework used to assess pain in patients who cannot self-report due to cognitive impairment.

COLDSPA

An acronym used to assess pain, standing for Character, Onset, Location, Duration, Severity, and Pattern.

Reliability and accuracy of pain assessment

The process of validating pain assessment data to ensure it reflects the patient's true experience.

Precipitating factors

Events or activities that may trigger or worsen a patient's pain condition.

Nursing diagnosis

A clinical judgment about a patient's response to health conditions or life processes that provides the basis for nursing interventions.

Child abuse definition

Legal criteria and guidelines that outline what constitutes child abuse.

Cycle of Violence

A pattern of behavior in abusive relationships that includes phases of tension-building, acute battering, and reconciliation.

Safety plan

A strategy developed to help individuals in abusive situations to protect themselves and their children.

Intimate partner violence assessment

A screening tool used to identify potential abuse in relationships.

Victim of abuse indicators

Signs or behaviors that suggest a patient may be experiencing abuse, such as repeated injuries or evasive answers.

Empathetic approach

A caring and understanding manner in which healthcare providers interact with patients, especially those disclosing abuse.

Danger assessment

A tool used to evaluate the level of risk a patient may face in an abusive situation.

Initial assessment questions

Open-ended inquiries that allow patients to share their experiences and feelings regarding potential abuse.