A Computer-Based Visual Analog Scale,

Abstract

Although substantial literature exists on visual analog scales (VAS), much is directed toward the clinical assessment of pain. As part of a Naval Aerospace Medical Research Laboratory (NAMRL) effort to investigate the chronopharmacokinetics of methamphetamine during simulated sustained flight operations we developed a computerized VAS to determine the intensity of subjective responses associated with the administration of the stimulant. With simple modifications to the program, the questionnaire could be modified and used to test subjects' responses to a number of drugs, with better resolution Of response than hand-scored methods allow. Visual Analog Scale, Stimulant, Drugs, Methamphetamine, Questionnaire.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 1992
Accession Number
ADA258152

Entities

People

  • A. H. Mccardie
  • C. A. Dejohn
  • E. A. Molina
  • M. J. Marr

Organizations

  • Naval Aerospace Medical Research Laboratory

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acquisition
  • Availability
  • Biomedical Research
  • Computer Programming
  • Computer Programs
  • Computers
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Department Of Defense
  • Drug Abuse
  • Euphoria
  • Governments
  • Instructions
  • Pain
  • Questionnaires
  • Sensation
  • United States Government
  • Word Processors

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Brain and Cognitive Science; Experimental Psychology; Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Psychometric Testing or Psychological Assessment.

Technology Areas

  • Space