CRIES — Escala de Dolor Neonatal

Escala de dolor neonatal CRIES para evaluación de dolor postoperatorio neonatal

The CRIES Neonatal Pain Scale evalúa pain in nonverbal neonatos and lactantes <6 months using five objective indicators (Crying, Requires oxygen, Increased vital signs, Expression, Sleeplessness) and guía analgesic administration during procedures. This easy-to-use tool has been validado in multiple settings and facilitates standardized pain assessment in vulnerable patients unable to self-report. CRIES scores ≥4 suggest significant pain requiring intervention with opioids or other analgesics.