King's pain recorder
King's Pain Recorder
King's Pain Recorder (pronunciation: /kɪŋz peɪn rɪˈkɔːdər/) is a medical device used to measure and record the intensity and duration of pain experienced by a patient. It was developed by Dr. John King, a renowned neurologist and pain management specialist.
Etymology
The term "King's Pain Recorder" is derived from the name of its inventor, Dr. John King, and its function, which is to record pain. The word "pain" comes from the Old French peine, from Latin poena meaning "punishment, penalty" in English. The term "recorder" is derived from the Latin recordari which means "to remember, call to mind".
Function
The King's Pain Recorder is a handheld device that allows patients to log their pain levels throughout the day. It uses a numerical scale, where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates the worst possible pain. This data can then be analyzed by healthcare professionals to better understand the patient's pain patterns and to develop a more effective pain management plan.
Related Terms
- Pain Scale: A tool used by healthcare professionals to measure a patient's pain intensity. The King's Pain Recorder uses a numerical pain scale.
- Chronic Pain: Long-term pain that lasts for more than three months. The King's Pain Recorder is often used by patients suffering from chronic pain.
- Acute Pain: Short-term pain that usually lasts less than three months. The King's Pain Recorder can also be used to track acute pain.
- Pain Management: The process of providing medical care to ease or reduce pain. The King's Pain Recorder is a tool used in pain management.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on King's pain recorder
- Wikipedia's article - King's pain recorder
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