Verbal Descriptor Scale (Pain Thermometer)
Pain intensity rating scale good for use with any individuals including those with moderate to severe cognitive impairment.
This tool is formatted for use as a pocket-sized pain scale. Copy column 1 and column 2 on opposite sides of paper, laminate and provide for individual use.

Used with permission of Keela Herr, PhD, RN, FAAN, AGSF, The University of Iowa
Editable WORD .doc
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