Assessment of Pain in the Elderly Adult

Patricia Bruckenthal

doi:10.1016/j.cger.2007.12.002

Assessment of Pain in the Elderly Adult

Patricia Bruckenthal

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Abstract

The goals of a clinical assessment for pain in the elderly adult may be similar to those established for younger patients; however, unique characteristics of aging make this assessment more challenging for clinicians. The overarching goal of pain assessment in the elderly is to provide successful pain management. This article provides the clinician with the foundation to perform a successful pain assessment for older adults who are able to communicate by self-report. This provides a comprehensive base on which to build a relevant plan of care.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	213-236
Number of pages	24
Journal	Clinics in Geriatric Medicine
Volume	24
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cger.2007.12.002
State	Published - May 2008

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