Is pain truly the fifth vital sign? It seems interesting that for centuries the medical field has not contemplated the idea of considering pain as the fifth vital sign. When thinking of vital signs, temparature, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respirations are still what most medical professionals continue to place great emphasis upon. Pain, although […]

My name is Sarah and I am a Registered Nurse licensed in the State of New Jersey.  I have been a nurse for five years and I have worked in orthopedics, cardiac care, surgery, geriatrics and emergency care.  I have seen a lot in my time as a nurse and I have started this blog […]