Table 1 FLACC pain scale
Categories | Scoring | ||
|---|---|---|---|
0 | 1 | 2 | |
Face | No particular expression or smile | Occasional grimace or frown, withdrawn, disinterested. | Frequent to constant quivering chin, clenched jaw. |
Legs | Normal position or relaxed | Uneasy, restless, tense. | Kicking, or legs drawn up. |
Activity | Lying quietly, normal position moves easily | Squirming, shifting back and forth, tense. | Arched, rigid or jerking. |
Cry | No cry, (awake or asleep) | Moans or whimpers; occasional complaint | Crying steadily screams or sobs, frequent complaints. |
Consolability | Content, relaxed. | Reassured by occasional touching hugging or being talked to, distractible. | Difficulty to console or comfort. |