California Laws: Health and Safety Code Section 1254.7
Section 1254.7
(a) It is the intent of the Legislature that pain be
assessed and treated promptly, effectively, and for as long as pain
persists.
(b) Every health facility licensed pursuant to this chapter shall,
as a condition of licensure, include pain as an item to be assessed
at the same time as vital signs are taken. The health facility shall
ensure that pain assessment is performed in a consistent manner that
is appropriate to the patient. The pain assessment shall be noted
in the patient's chart in a manner consistent with other vital signs.
Section: 1254.7
