Pain Management
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What is the main reason why people seek medical attention?

  • To undergo surgery
  • To manage pain (correct)
  • To treat allergies
  • To receive vaccinations

    • Why is pain often under-recognized and inadequately treated?

  • Because patients exaggerate their pain
  • Due to a lack of available pain medications
  • Due to lack of trained medical professionals
  • Because pain is 100% subjective (correct)

    • What is the responsibility of nurses in relation to pain management?

  • To manage pain only when requested by the patient
  • To assess and manage pain (correct)
  • To administer pain medications without assessment
  • To ignore patient reports of pain

    • What is nociception?

    <p>An observable activity in the nervous system that allows people to detect pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might a nurse need to advocate for a patient in the context of pain management?

    <p>To ensure the patient's pain level continuously goes down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some consequences of untreated pain according to the text?

    <p>Physical, psychological, social, and financial consequences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first physiological process of nociception?

    <p>Transduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substances directly affect the nerve fibers and lower the threshold required to activate nociceptors?

    <p>Prostaglandins and substance P</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fiber transmits sharp, localized nociceptive information?

    <p>Myelinated A-delta fibers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the somatosensory cortex in relation to pain perception?

    <p>Identifying the location and intensity of pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name for neurons with axons that cross the midline and ascend to multiple areas of the brain carrying nociceptive input?

    <p>Projection neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fourth and final phase of the normal pain process known as?

    <p>Modulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurotransmitters are activated to hinder the transmission of nociceptive impulses in the dorsal horn neurons?

    <p>Serotonin, norepinephrine, endorphins, dopamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the clinical manifestations of central sensitization?

    <p>Expansion of pain beyond the initial location, hyperalgesia, and allodynia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Gate-Control Theory of Pain, what promotes inhibitory effects to shut the gate for pain transmission?

    <p>Rubbing the injured area</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What theory suggests that each individual possesses a genetically determined neural matrix that develops and is modulated by sensory input, making pain perception unique to each individual?

    <p>Melzack and Wall's neuromatrix theory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which branch of the autonomic nervous system results in physiological responses when stimulated by pain of low-to-moderate intensity and superficial pain?

    <p>Sympathetic branch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between acute and chronic pain?

    <p>Acute pain is usually self-limiting, while chronic pain is not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does acute pain affect a patient's recovery?

    <p>It slows down recovery by interfering with the patient's ability to become active and involved in self-care.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do patients in acute pain often expect relief quickly?

    <p>Because healthcare providers are usually willing to treat acute pain aggressively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the influence of chronic pain on a patient's daily life?

    <p>It significantly alters a patient's activity, thinking, emotions, quality of life, and productivity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do nurses recognize pain in patients who cannot report it verbally?

    <p>By observing patterns of behavior that reflect pain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is effective pain management essential?

    <p>To prevent physical and psychological consequences of untreated or unrelieved pain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the usual duration for chronic pain?

    <p>More than 9 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a distinct disease due to its significant psychological and cognitive effects?

    <p>Fibromyalgia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some symptoms associated with chronic pain?

    <p>Fatigue, insomnia, and hopelessness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of pain is more common in cancer patients and results from tissue injury?

    <p>Nociceptive pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically causes cancer pain?

    <p>Invasive procedures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can undertreatment of cancer pain occur?

    <p>Due to lack of communication and time constraints in healthcare settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is idiopathic pain?

    <p>Pain perceived as excessive for the extent of an organic pathological condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which is an example of idiopathic pain?

    <p>Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about pain?

    <p>Administering analgesics regularly leads to drug addiction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor increases the perception of pain and can cause problems with sleep and rest?

    <p>Fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do nurses need to better identify in order to provide more effective treatments for idiopathic pain?

    <p>Causes of idiopathic pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does critical thinking in pain management involve, according to the text?

    <p>Anticipating a patient’s pain based on their clinical condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor influences pain by affecting a person's level of pain tolerance?

    <p>Psychological factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What misconception about patients is mentioned in the text as false?

    <p>Patients who are hospitalized experience less pain than those with severe physical alteration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does chronic pain being 'psychological' mean, according to the text?

    <p>Chronic pain has significant psychological impact on patients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of pain management according to the text?

    <p>Quality of life for the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the somatosensory cortex in relation to pain perception?

    <p>It processes and interprets sensory information related to pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some symptoms associated with chronic pain?

    <p>Elevated blood pressure and increased heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common misconception about pain?

    <p>Pain level can always be objectively measured using standardized tools</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically causes cancer pain?

    <p>Metastasis of cancer cells to the bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does critical thinking in pain management involve, according to the text?

    <p>Analyzing and interpreting complex pain-related information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does acute pain affect a patient's recovery?

    <p>It can slow down the healing process due to stress and inflammation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why people seek medical attention?

    <p>To address physical discomfort, including pain and symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recommended when efforts at pain relief fail?

    <p>Reassessing the situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does chronic pain being 'psychological' mean, according to the text?

    <p>'Psychological' refers to the impact of cognitive factors on chronic pain experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does low health literacy affect a patient's pain management?

    <p>Poses significant barriers to optimal pain management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the consequences of untreated pain according to the text?

    <p>Disability related to pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does stoicism affect patients' reporting of pain?

    <p>Prevents people from admitting they have pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done when providing pain-relief measures according to the guidelines?

    <p>Keep an open mind about ways to relieve pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the text suggest in relation to persistent pain?

    <p>It requires a multi-faceted approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How should patients with moderate to severe pain be prepared to participate in decision making?

    <p>By controlling their pain at an acceptable level</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be used when planning individualizing pain therapy?

    <p>$5($A variety of etiologies and pharmacological and nonpharmacological strategies$5)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus when providing holistic health care?

    <p>Caring for the whole person: body, mind, spirit, and emotions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What types of interventions should be used in the case of moderate to severe acute pain?

    <p>Both nonpharmacological and pharmacological therapies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the examples of evidence-based nonpharmacological therapies mentioned in the text?

    <p>Massage and cognitive-behavioral intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do relaxation techniques affect physiological and behavioral changes in individuals?

    <p>Decreased oxygen consumption and metabolic rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which approach should nurses take when tailoring nonpharmacological techniques to individuals?

    <p>Tailor the techniques to the individual's needs and beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of distraction in the context of pain relief?

    <p>To inhibit painful stimuli through sensory input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential disadvantage of using distraction as a pain management technique?

    <p>It can lead to questioning of the existence or severity of the pain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does music therapy contribute to pain management according to the text?

    <p>By diverting attention away from the pain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one suggested mechanism through which cutaneous stimulation reduces pain perception?

    <p>Release of endorphins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential benefit of massage in pain management?

    <p>Enhancement of pain medication effectiveness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do earphones contribute to music therapy in the context of pain management?

    <p>They embank concentration on the music.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an important consideration when using cutaneous stimulation as a pain management technique?

    <p>The elimination of environmental noise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of using distraction as a pain management technique?

    <p>Questioning the existence or severity of the pain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential effect of music therapy on pain medication usage according to the text?

    <p>Decrease in the amount of pain medication required.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of patient controlled analgesia (PCA) in pain management?

    <p>To maintain a consistent plasma level of analgesic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of pain management, what is the main goal of hospices?

    <p>To help patients live life fully with an incurable condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between physical dependency and addiction in the context of pain management?

    <p>Physical dependency results from long-term opioid use, while addiction is a neurobiological disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of nurses in managing epidural anesthesia?

    <p>Educating patients about potential side effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for patients to be actively involved in their own well-being in health promotion?

    <p>To promote substantial improvement in function despite pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of palliative care in the context of pain management?

    <p>To provide emotional support and improve quality of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using cold applications in pain management?

    <p>To relieve acute pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Gate-Control Theory of Pain suggest about sensory input?

    <p>It uniquely develops in each individual based on neural matrix and sensory input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes somatic pain from visceral pain?

    <p>Somatic pain is usually aching or throbbing and well localized, while visceral pain is poorly localized.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes centrally generated pain from peripherally generated pain?

    <p>Centrally generated pain reflects injury to the central nervous system, while peripherally generated pain reflects injury to the peripheral nervous system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes deafferentation pain from sympathetically maintained pain?

    <p>Deafferentation pain involves injury to either the peripheral or central nervous system, while sympathetically maintained pain does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neuropathic pain condition is associated with burning pain below the level of a spinal cord lesion?

    <p>Deafferentation pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of neuropathic pain involves pain felt along the distribution of many peripheral nerves?

    <p>Painful polyneuropathies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes aching and fairly well-localized pain caused by tumor involvement of organ capsule from obstruction of hollow viscus?

    <p>The nature of the pain (aching vs. intermittent cramping)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way does nociceptive pain typically respond to opioids and/or nonopioids?

    <p>Nociceptive pain typically responds well to both opioids and nonopioids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes somatic pain from neuropathic pain?

    <p>Somatic pain comes from bone, joint, muscle, skin, or connective tissue; neuropathic pain is caused by a lesion or disease of the somatosensory nervous system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes peripherally generated pain from centrally generated pain?

    <p>Peripherally generated pain involves injury to either the peripheral or central nervous system, while centrally generated pain does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes sympathetically maintained pain from deafferentation pain?

    <p>Sympathetically maintained pain involves impairment in regulation of the autonomic nervous system, while deafferentation does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Pain Management

    • The main reason why people seek medical attention is pain.
    • Pain is often under-recognized and inadequately treated due to various reasons.

    Nociception

    • Nociception is the physiological process of encoding and processing painful stimuli.
    • The first physiological process of nociception involves the activation of nociceptors.
    • Substances like prostaglandins, bradykinin, and potassium ions directly affect the nerve fibers and lower the threshold required to activate nociceptors.
    • A-delta fibers transmit sharp, localized nociceptive information.

    Pain Perception

    • The primary function of the somatosensory cortex in relation to pain perception is to process and interpret pain information.
    • The spinothalamic tract is a group of neurons with axons that cross the midline and ascend to multiple areas of the brain, carrying nociceptive input.

    Normal Pain Process

    • The fourth and final phase of the normal pain process is the transmission of nociceptive information to the brain.
    • Neurotransmitters like GABA and glycine are activated to hinder the transmission of nociceptive impulses in the dorsal horn neurons.

    Central Sensitization

    • Clinical manifestations of central sensitization include allodynia, hyperalgesia, and spontaneous pain.
    • The Gate-Control Theory of Pain suggests that inhibitory effects can shut the gate for pain transmission.

    Types of Pain

    • Acute pain affects a patient's recovery and is often expected to be relieved quickly.
    • Chronic pain can significantly influence a patient's daily life.
    • The main difference between acute and chronic pain is duration, with chronic pain persisting for more than 3-6 months.

    Chronic Pain

    • Chronic pain is considered a distinct disease due to its significant psychological and cognitive effects.
    • Symptoms associated with chronic pain include anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, and fatigue.

    Pain Management

    • Effective pain management is essential for a patient's well-being and quality of life.
    • Nurses need to advocate for patients in the context of pain management to ensure effective relief.
    • Critical thinking in pain management involves considering individual differences in pain perception and experience.

    Idiopathic Pain

    • Idiopathic pain is pain that occurs without an identifiable cause.
    • One example of idiopathic pain is fibromyalgia.

    Pain Misconceptions

    • A common misconception about pain is that it is purely psychological.
    • Chronic pain being 'psychological' means that emotions and thoughts play a role in the pain experience.

    Pain Relief

    • When efforts at pain relief fail, a multidisciplinary approach should be taken.
    • Low health literacy can affect a patient's pain management, and nurses should consider this when providing care.

    Nonpharmacological Therapies

    • Examples of evidence-based nonpharmacological therapies include relaxation techniques, music therapy, and cutaneous stimulation.
    • Distraction can affect physiological and behavioral changes in individuals, making it a useful technique in pain relief.
    • Music therapy can contribute to pain management by reducing pain perception and medication usage.

    Palliative Care

    • The primary focus of palliative care is to provide comfort and relief to patients with serious illnesses.
    • The main goal of hospices is to provide holistic care to individuals with terminal illnesses.

    Analgesia

    • Patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) allows patients to manage their own pain relief.
    • Epidural anesthesia is a common method of pain relief, and nurses are responsible for managing it.

    Pain Theories

    • The Gate-Control Theory of Pain suggests that sensory input can inhibit or facilitate pain transmission.
    • The Theory of Genetic Neural Signature suggests that each individual possesses a genetically determined neural matrix that develops and is modulated by sensory input, making pain perception unique to each individual.

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