A 12-year-old patient with severe developmental delay underwent a video-assisted thoracentesis and chest tube placement...

TheFLACC scale(Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, Consolability) is abehavioral pain assessment tool validated for use in non-verbal or cognitively impaired children, as well as those who are intubated or developmentally delayed.

“For non-verbal children or those with developmental delay, the FLACC scale is most appropriate. It assesses behavioral cues and is validated for use in ICU and post-op settings.”

(Referenced from CCRN Pediatric – Direct Care: Neurological, Pain and Sedation Assessment Tools)