75893-8
SurveysPain severity in the past week - 0-10 numeric rating [Reported]
Definition
The patient is asked to indicate his/her level of pain in the past week on a scale of 0-10 where 0 is no pain and 10 is severe pain or the worst pain that can be imagined.
LOINC 6-Axis Classification
Component
Pain severity in the past W - 0-10 numeric rating
Property
Score
Time Aspect
1W
System
^Patient
Scale Type
Ord
Method Type
Reported
Details
Class
SURVEY.GNHLTH
Order/Observation
Observation
Related Names
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LOINC code 75893-8?
LOINC code 75893-8 identifies "Pain severity in the past week - 0-10 numeric rating [Reported]". The patient is asked to indicate his/her level of pain in the past week on a scale of 0-10 where 0 is no pain and 10 is severe pain or the worst pain that can be imagined.
What does 75893-8 measure?
This code measures Pain severity in the past W - 0-10 numeric rating in ^Patient. It belongs to the SURVEY.GNHLTH 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.