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About Your Pain
Many times people have pain because of surgery or a problem. Pain is the
body’s way of sending a message to your brain that help is needed. If your
pain is not managed, your recovery will take longer. Tell us how you are
feeling and what your pain level is so we can keep you comfortable. You are
the only one who knows how you are feeling.

We will ask you to tell us about your pain.

• Where is your pain? Point to the place on your body where it hurts.

• Does the pain spread to other parts of your body?

• When did the pain start?
• How much does it hurt? Point to a number or face that shows us how
much pain you are having.

• What does it feel like? Does it burn, tingle or ache? Is it dull or sharp?
Is it constant or does it come and go?

• Is it worse at any time of the day? Morning? Evening?