Scale Overview
The Pain Episode Frequency and Severity Measure was developed by PROMIS Health Organization (2014). It is designed to measure Pain episode frequency and severity. The scale is intended for use with Individuals with sickle cell disease.
Scale Structure
This instrument consists of 5 items.
Response Format
Respondents rate each item using a custom response format.
Scoring
Items are summed to produce a total score.
Psychometric Properties
Internal Consistency: The scale has demonstrated good to excellent internal consistency with reported Cronbach’s alpha values of Not specified.
Administration
The scale is self-administered and typically takes approximately 3 minutes to complete. It can be administered individually or in group settings. No special training is required for administration.