[Pain management at the emergency room reception desk]

Pain is the main complaint during an emergency room visit. Whether it is a reason in itself or associated with other symptoms, its management determines the proper course of care. They are also potentially a source of new pain, or added strain for the patient, relatives and caregivers. The nurse organizing the reception area prioritizes the passage of patients according to their potential seriousness. The pain assessment is part of this evaluation, renewed during the time of treatment with anticipated analgesia protocols.