The patient's description of the pain's quality as a 'constant, dull ache' directly relates to the 'Character' (the 'C') in OLDCARTS. 'Character' refers to the nature or quality of the pain sensation. Words like sharp, stabbing, burning, throbbing, cramping, dull, or aching provide qualitative data that are often associated with specific types of pathology. For instance, a dull, aching pain is common in musculoskeletal conditions, while burning pain suggests neuropathic involvement. Documenting the character helps differentiate between potential causes and guides further assessment and treatment choices.

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Zambia

• loveness Phiri – 1084 pts

• Visual Pathway Lesions
• Positive and Negative Symptoms
• Hallucinations and Delusions
• Antipsychotic Medications
• Emergency: Environmental Emergencies