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What does the acronym WWHAM stand for in pain assessment?
Who is the patient, What are the symptoms, How long have the symptoms been present, Action taken, Medication being taken.
Define analgesia.
Medication that acts to relieve pain.
What is the maximum daily dose of paracetamol for adults?
4g in 24 hours.
What are the two main classifications of pain?
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What should be done if a customer requests more than one pack of 24 paracetamol?
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What is the mode of action of paracetamol?
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List one side effect of paracetamol.
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What is the recommended dosage of paracetamol for children aged 10-15?
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Identify one type of analgesic that is not classified as anti-inflammatory.
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What is the key risk associated with paracetamol overdose?
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Study Notes
Pain and Analgesia - Part 1
- Pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage.
- Analgesia is medication that relieves pain.
- Types of pain include:
- Acute: Pain that lasts for a short time (usually less than 3 months)
- Chronic: Pain that lasts for a long time (usually longer than 3 months)
- Somatic: Pain that originates from the musculoskeletal system (e.g., bones, muscles)
- Visceral: Pain that originates from internal organs (e.g., stomach, intestines)
- Idiopathic: Pain that has no identifiable cause
- Neuropathic: Pain that is caused by damage to nerves
Paracetamol
- Paracetamol is an over-the-counter (OTC) analgesic and antipyretic (fever-reducing) drug.
- It is a weak prostaglandin inhibitor.
- Adult Dosing: 500mg - 1g up to 4 times per day (qds)
- Maximum daily dose (adults): 4g
- Child Dosing (ages 10-15): 500mg up to 4 times daily.
- Maximum daily dose (ages 10-15): 2g
- Maximum duration of use (ages 10-15): 3 days
- Children under 2 months: Use a weight-based dosing chart.
- Potential Side Effects: Not common.
- Overdose: Can cause liver damage and can be fatal.
Paracetamol Supply Guidelines
- Sale restrictions are in place to limit potential misuse.
- Non-pharmacies: May not sell more than 12 units of paracetamol.
- Pharmacies: May sell up to 24 units of paracetamol.
- Customers requesting more than one pack of 24 units: Must be referred to the pharmacist.
- Maximum quantity sold without a prescription: 50 units.
- Quantities greater than 50 units: Can only be supplied with a prescription.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of pain and analgesia in this quiz. Understand different types of pain, including acute, chronic, and neuropathic, along with the properties and dosing of paracetamol as an analgesic. Perfect for students studying pain management or pharmacology.
