Identify the variables that perpetuate pain. |
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Use the Defense and Veterans Pain Rating Scale (DVPRS). |
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Include psychosocial questions in a biopsychosocial pain assessment. |
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Provide pain education and collaboratively set pain treatment goals. |
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Create an evidence-based, comprehensive treatment plan to effectively treat acute and chronic pain; promote non-pharmacologic treatment; and prevent acute pain from becoming chronic. |
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Support patient’s self-management and behavior changes. |
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Minimize use of opioids; assess and minimize risk when used. |
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Connect patient with team members in the Stepped Care Model. |
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