ABSTRACT
Forsyth 2007). Strategies for coping with pain are discussed later in the chapter.
The behavioural dimension includes behaviours associated with pain perception
and behaviours associated with attempts to control pain. Facial grimacing,
moaning, supporting the painful area, rigid posture or restlessness are all recognised
signs of acute pain (MacIntyre and Ready 2007). Signs associated with chronic pain
include muscle tension, depression, loss of appetite, altered posture, sleeplessness
and focus on self.
