101951-2
ClinicalNIPS assessment (interpretation)
Definition
Interpretation of the total score: Score 0 = no pain. Score 1-3 = mild pain Score 4-5 = moderate pain Score 6-7 = severe pain Limitation: A falsely low score may be seen in an infant who is too premature, ill to respond, or who is vented and receiving a paralyzing agent.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
NIPS Assessment
Property
Imp
Time Aspect
Pt
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
N/A
Details
Class
H&P.HX
Order/Observation
Observation
Short Name
NIPS inter
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 101951-2?
LOINC code 101951-2 identifies "NIPS assessment (interpretation)". Interpretation of the total score: Score 0 = no pain. Score 1-3 = mild pain Score 4-5 = moderate pain Score 6-7 = severe pain Limitation: A falsely low score may be seen in an infant who is too premature, ill to respond, or who is vented and receiving a paralyzing agent.
What does 101951-2 measure?
This code measures NIPS Assessment in ^Patient. It belongs to the H&P.HX class in the LOINC classification.
What is LOINC?
LOINC (Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes) is a universal standard for identifying laboratory and clinical observations. It is maintained by the Regenstrief Institute and used worldwide for health data exchange.