Aged Care Capability Co
Understanding the Abbey Pain Scale
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All resources are digital only - no physical items are shipped.
These resources are general in nature and do not substitute for professional advice. Always follow your organisation's policies and procedures.
What's included
Facilitator Guide
Teaching notes and step-by-step scoring guidance.
Learner Guide & Workbook
Education, practice scenarios and reflection activities.
Presentation Slides
Ready to deliver to your team, with a topic source and evidence list.
Practical Tools
Aligned to the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards.
Who it's for
Personal care workers, care staff, enrolled nurses and registered nurses in residential aged care, plus educators and clinical leaders coordinating pain assessment education.
What your team will learn
- Why residents living with dementia and cognitive impairment are at risk of under-recognised pain
- The Abbey Pain Scale's six observation domains: vocalisation, facial expression, body language, behavioural change, physiological change and physical changes
- A step-by-step process for confirming the tool is appropriate, scoring observations, and interpreting results
- Identifying pain patterns and knowing when to escalate and document
- Supporting residents with dignity and responding to what you observe
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See exactly what's inside before you buy:
- How residents express pain without words, and why the Abbey Pain Scale matters
- The six observation domains and how the scale is scored
- A step-by-step process for confirming the tool is appropriate and interpreting totals
- Full details of the complete package contents
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Your complete education package will be sent by secure Filemail link to your nominated email within two business days of payment being received. Select your site licence before adding to cart. No physical items are shipped.
These resources are general in nature, do not replace clinical judgement or professional medical advice, and should be reviewed and adapted to your organisation's policies before use.