AJNHI
Nurses’ Knowledge of Pain Assessment and Pharmacological Management: A Case Study of Two Selected Hospitals in Ibadan Oyo State
Background: Respiration, pulse, temperature, and blood pressure are routine vital signs assessed and documented by nurses each time a patient presents for medical assessment whereas the most common reason for seeking medical care is pain. Pain management is considered such an important part of nursing care that pain is referred to as the “fifth vital sign” to emphasize its significance and to increase the awareness among healthcare professionals of the importance of effective pain management