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How is Pain Discussed in Physician Handoffs?

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Abstract

Approximately 20% of the US adult population experiences chronic pain.1 In one study, 59% of hospitalized patients reported pain, with 10% reporting inadequately controlled pain.2 Yet, little research has been conducted on how physicians communicate with each other about pain, especially during end-of-shift handoffs. Research question: how do resident and attending physicians discuss pain in end-of shift handoffs?

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