Behavioral Pain Scale (BPS) for Intubated Patients

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Behavioral Pain Scale (BPS)

Quantifies pain in intubated, mechanically ventilated patients who cannot self-report pain.

Select one finding from each category. The total BPS score ranges from 3 to 12.

Facial Expression

Choose the observed facial response.

Upper Limb Movements

Choose the observed upper-limb response.

Compliance With Mechanical Ventilation

Choose the observed interaction with the ventilator.

Behavioral Pain Scale Score

0 / 12

Use the BPS alongside clinical assessment and local ICU pain-management protocols. A score alone should not replace clinical judgement.

BPS total = Facial expression + Upper-limb movements + Compliance with mechanical ventilation.

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