2.5: CHAPTER 5- WHEN THE PROBLEM IS PAIN Last updated Save as PDF Page ID 33727 Sherri Melrose, Debra Dusome, John Simpson, Cheryl Crocker, & Elizabeth Athens Athabasca University via BCcampus The Hierarchy of Pain Assessment Techniques Key Points for Caregivers Hierarchy of Pain Assessment Obtain self-report Search for potential causes Observe behaviours Obtain proxy reporting Attempt trial of pain medication