The Face, Legs, Activity, Cry, and Consolability (FLACC) ScaleCalculator / Leave a Comment Evaluates postoperative pain in young children. FLACC Scale Calculator FLACC Scale Calculator 1. Face No particular expression or smile 0 pts Occasional frown, withdrawn, disinterested 1 pt Frequent to constant frown, quivering chin, clenched jaw 2 pts 2. Legs Normal position or relaxed 0 pts Uneasy, restless, tense 1 pt Kicking or legs drawn up 2 pts 3. Activity Lying quietly, normal position, moves easily 0 pts Squirming, shifting back and forth, tense 1 pt Arched, rigid or jerking 2 pts 4. Cry No cry (awake or asleep) 0 pts Moans or whimpers; occasional complaint 1 pt Crying steadily, screams or sobs; frequent complaints 2 pts 5. Consolability Content, relaxed 0 pts Reassured by occasional touching, hugging, or talking; distractible 1 pt Difficult to console or comfort 2 pts Total FLACC Score: 0
