Pain Assessment / Intervention / Reassessment

1: After administering a PO pain medication, how long should you wait to do a pain reassessment?

2: After administering an IV pain medication, how long should you wait to do a pain reassessment?

3: After completing a non-pharmacological pain intervention, when should you reassess pain?

4: Should you complete a pain assessment before giving a narcotic?

5: Should all pain interventions be reassessed?

6: How often should you complete a pain assessment on your patient?