If the patient cannot verbally communicate with you, how can you determine what his or her pain level might be prior to, during, or following treatment?

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Using a pain scale with symbols that the patient can point to is a common method used to determine a non-verbal patient's pain level. It allows the patient to communicate their pain level without the need for verbal communication.

If the Patient Cannot Verbally Communicate with You, How Can