Pain Management Overview
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What type of pain intensity scale uses facial expressions to indicate different levels of pain?

  • Visual Analog Scale
  • Numeric Pain Rating Scale
  • Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale (correct)
  • McGill Pain Questionnaire

    • Which method of pain assessment involves evaluating visual and behavioral cues?

  • Physical examination
  • Observation (correct)
  • Diagnostic studies
  • Patient self-reporting

    • What symptom did B.H. exhibit that indicates the presence of pain during her examination?

  • Sitting upright with a straight posture
  • Frequent shifting of positions (correct)
  • Constant talking and distraction
  • Laughter and relaxed demeanor

    • Which diagnostic tool was used to identify the cause of B.H.'s pain?

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    What evidence suggests nerve involvement in B.H.'s case?

    <p>Exacerbation of leg pain during straight leg raise test (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which examination method involves hands-on evaluation to assess physical conditions?

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    What characteristic of B.H.'s lumbar back pain was noted during her assessment?

    <p>It worsens with prolonged sitting. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method that may be used to identify underlying causes of pain?

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    What is a common nursing diagnosis related to chronic pain?

    <p>Fatigue related to stress of chronic pain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major side effect of opioid medications?

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    Which category of medication primarily works on the peripheral nervous system?

    <p>Nonopioids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a drug therapy strategy for pain management?

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    What is one of the main reasons for using adjuvant analgesic therapy?

    <p>Can be used with opioids and nonopioids. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following medications is classified as a nonopioid?

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    What is one characteristic of nonopioid medications?

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    Which of the following is an example of an adjuvant analgesic?

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    What is one of the main mechanisms of action of corticosteroids like Dexamethasone in adjuvant therapy?

    <p>Decrease edema and inflammation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why should the doses of antidepressants and antiseizure drugs be tapered gradually?

    <p>To prevent withdrawal symptoms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a physical pain relief strategy that enhances circulation and cardiovascular fitness?

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    What is the primary function of Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS)?

    <p>Promote endorphin release and block pain signals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In applying lidocaine patches, what should be avoided to prevent skin irritation?

    <p>Applying to non-intact skin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cognitive therapy technique involves focusing the mind away from pain?

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    What role does massage play in physical pain relief?

    <p>Promotes endorphin release and enhances relaxation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common aspect of both heat and cold therapy in pain management?

    <p>Both therapies aim to reduce pain through physiological changes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method involves gathering information directly from the patient about their pain experience?

    <p>Health history (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What mnemonic is commonly used to assess pain characteristics?

    <p>OLDCARTS (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of pain characteristics assessed during evaluation?

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    What does the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) range from when assessing pain intensity?

    <p>0 to 10 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pain intensity scale involves a continuous line for patients to mark their pain level?

    <p>Visual Analog Scale (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of pain characteristics refers to the 'spread' of pain to different areas?

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    Which of the following assessment methods does NOT involve direct patient interaction?

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    What are associated symptoms in the context of pain assessment?

    <p>Symptoms that occur alongside the main pain experience (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement correctly defines pain according to the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP)?

    <p>An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four processes involved in nociception?

    <p>Transduction, transmission, perception, modulation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pain is classified by underlying pathology?

    <p>Nociceptive pain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following conditions would most likely result in acute pain?

    <p>Post-surgical recovery. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of modulation in the pain mechanism?

    <p>To modify incoming pain impulses from the brain. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes chronic pain?

    <p>Pain that persists after the initial injury has healed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT typically associated with the experience of chronic pain?

    <p>A specific identifiable cause. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about cancer-related pain is true?

    <p>It affects more than 80% of cancer patients during treatment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Wong-Baker FACES Scale

    A pain assessment scale using facial expressions to represent pain intensity levels.

    Pain Thermometer Scale

    A scale where patients indicate pain intensity by marking or circling points on a thermometer.

    Pain Assessment Methods

    Various techniques used to evaluate pain in patients including observation, physical exam, and diagnostic studies.

    Observation in Pain Assessment

    Assessing pain through visual and behavioral cues like facial expression and body posture.

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    Physical Examination in Pain Assessment

    Hands-on evaluation to assess physical conditions related to pain, such as palpation and range of motion testing.

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    Diagnostic Studies for Pain

    Tests like X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans used to identify or rule out causes of pain.

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    Tenderness

    Sensations of pain or discomfort felt when an area is touched or palpated.

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    Degenerative Disc Disease

    A condition where spinal discs deteriorate, often causing pain and nerve involvement.

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    Definition of Pain

    An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience linked to tissue damage.

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    Nociception

    Physiological process communicating tissue damage to the CNS.

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    Pain Mechanisms

    Four processes: Transduction, Transmission, Perception, Modulation.

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    Types of Pain

    Classified by pathology (nociceptive vs. neuropathic) or duration (acute vs. chronic).

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    Nociceptive Pain

    Pain from tissue injury that triggers the nociceptive process.

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    Neuropathic Pain

    Pain arising from nerve damage or dysfunction.

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    Acute Pain

    Short-term pain usually due to injury or surgery.

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    Chronic Pain

    Long-lasting pain that persists beyond normal healing time.

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    Nursing Diagnoses: Acute Pain

    Acute pain related to injury agents identified in nursing care.

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    Ineffective Breathing Pattern

    Breathing issues related to pain in the abdominal area affecting respiration.

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    Nonopioid Medications

    Medications acting on the peripheral nervous system to relieve mild to moderate pain.

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    Opioids

    Strong pain relievers that bind to central nervous system receptors to manage severe pain.

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    Adjuvant Analgesic Therapy

    Medications used alongside opioids or nonopioids, originally developed for other purposes but effective for pain.

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    Common Side Effects of Opioids

    Frequent adverse effects include constipation, nausea, sedation, and respiratory depression.

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    Nursing Considerations for Nonopioids

    Nonopioids do not cause addiction, are often available OTC, and are suitable for mild to moderate pain.

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    Adjuvant Therapy

    Additional treatment used alongside primary therapy to enhance overall effectiveness.

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    Corticosteroids

    Drugs like Dexamethasone that reduce edema and inflammation.

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    Antidepressants

    Medications such as Amitriptyline and Duloxetine, used in pain management.

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    GABA receptor agonists

    Drugs like Baclofen that modulate pain by acting on GABA receptors.

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    Local anesthetics

    Medications like Lidocaine used to numb a specific area.

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    Tapering doses

    Gradually reducing medication doses to prevent withdrawal symptoms.

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    Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)

    A therapy using electrical currents to relieve pain by blocking signals to the brain.

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    Cognitive therapies

    Techniques like distraction, hypnosis, and relaxation used to manage pain perception.

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    Pain Assessment

    A systematic approach to evaluating a patient's pain experience through various methods.

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    Health History

    Gathering information directly from the patient about their pain experience, using specific questions.

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    OLDCARTS

    A mnemonic tool to assess pain characteristics: Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Alleviating/Aggravating factors, Radiation, Timing, Severity.

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    Numeric Rating Scale

    A pain intensity scale where patients rate their pain from 0 to 10.

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    Pain Thermometer

    A visual scale where patients indicate their pain level by marking on a thermometer-like diagram.

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    Visual Analog Scale (VAS)

    A continuous line scale where patients mark their pain between 'No pain' and 'Worst pain imaginable.'

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    Pain Characteristics

    Key attributes of pain including Onset, Location, Duration, Character, Severity, Radiation, and Timing.

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    Pain Intensity Scales

    Various methods used to quantify and communicate the level of a patient's pain.

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    Study Notes

    Pain Management

    • Pain is a significant reason for seeking healthcare.
    • Acute pain affects 25 million people, resulting from injury or surgery.
    • Chronic pain impacts over a million American adults.
    • 60% of cancer patients experience pain during treatment.

    Definition of Pain

    • Pain is defined as an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage. (IASP)
    • The American Pain Society considers pain a fifth vital sign.

    Pain Mechanisms

    • Nociception is the physiological process communicating tissue damage to the central nervous system (CNS).
    • Nociception involves four processes: transduction, transmission, perception, and modulation.

    Classification of Pain Types

    • Categorization by underlying pathology:
      • Nociceptive pain
      • Neuropathic pain
    • Categorization by duration:
      • Acute pain
      • Chronic pain

    Nociceptive Pain Types

    • Superficial Somatic Pain: Originates from skin, mucous membranes, and subcutaneous tissue. Well-localized. Examples include sunburn, skin contusions.
    • Deep Somatic Pain: Arises from muscles, fascia, bones, tendons, and joints. Can be localized or diffuse. Examples include arthritis, tendonitis.
    • Visceral Pain: Originates from visceral organs (e.g., GI tract, bladder). Variable localization, often referred to cutaneous sites. Examples include appendicitis, pancreatitis.

    Neuropathic Pain Types

    • Central Pain: Caused by CNS lesions or dysfunction. Post-stroke pain, multiple sclerosis.
    • Peripheral Neuropathies: Pain along nerve distribution due to nerve damage. Diabetic neuropathy, trigeminal neuralgia.
    • Deafferentation Pain: Consequence of loss of afferent input. Examples include phantom limb pain.
    • Sympathetically Maintained Pain: Pain persists due to ongoing sympathetic nervous system activity. Examples include phantom limb, complex regional pain syndrome.

    Areas of Referred Pain

    • Diagram of various internal organs and their associated referred pain locations. (Diagram presented in the slides)

    Classification of Pain Types (Acute vs Chronic)

    • Acute Pain:

      • Onset: Sudden or gradual, lasting less than 3 months.
      • Duration: Lasts as long as required for normal healing.
      • Severity: Mild to severe.
      • Cause: Typically has a clear cause, like injury, illness, surgery.
      • Course: Decreases over time as recovery occurs.
      • Manifestations: Can include heightened sympathetic nervous system (e.g., increased heart rate, respiratory rate).
      • Goals of Treatment: Pain management with goal of eventual elimination.

    • Chronic Pain:

      • Onset: Gradual or sudden, lasting more than 3 months.
      • Duration: Persists beyond normal recovery time.
      • Severity: Mild to severe, sometimes intermittent.
      • Cause: May or may not be known.
      • Course: Characterized by periods of increasing and decreasing pain intensity.
      • Manifestations: Can result in behavioral changes, like flat affect, reduced activity, and social withdrawal.
      • Goals of Treatment: Pain control to extent possible, focusing on quality of life enhancement.

    Pain Assessment

    • Methods of Pain Assessment:
      • Health History (Direct Interview): Gathers information on pain characteristics (OLDCARTS, SOCRATES, PQRST).
      • Observation: Assessing pain using visual and behavioral cues.
      • Physical Examination: Hands-on evaluation of patient's physical condition.
      • Diagnostic Studies: Utilize imaging techniques or labs to identify or rule out underlying pain causes.

    Pain Characteristics

    • Includes: Onset, location, duration, quality/intensity, associated symptoms, alleviating/aggravating factors.

    Example Case Study (B.H.)

    • 52-year-old woman reporting lumbar back pain that started two months ago, gradually increasing in intensity. Radiates to her left leg and worsens with prolonged sitting.
    • During examination noted to be sitting with a forward lean and frequently shifting position to relieve discomfort.
    • Tenderness over lumbar spine, straight leg raise test exacerbates her leg pain, suggesting nerve involvement.
    • MRI shows degenerative disc disease between L1-L2 and L2-L3.

    Nursing Diagnoses

    • List of potential nursing diagnoses for a patient with pain. Examples: Acute pain related to injury, chronic pain, impaired physical mobility.

    Pain Management Strategies

    • Drugs (Pharmacological): Nonopioids, opioids, and adjuvant analgesics.
    • Nondrug Therapies (Non-pharmacological): Massage, exercise, TENS, acupuncture, heat/cold therapy, cognitive therapies (e.g., distraction, hypnosis, relaxation).

    Drug Therapy (Categories)

    • Nonopioids: Examples include acetaminophen, aspirin, NSAIDs. Used for mild to moderate pain.
    • Opioids: Examples include morphine, codeine, tramadol. Used for severe pain.
    • Adjuvant Analgesics: Examples include antidepressants, antiseizure drugs, corticosteroids, and local anesthetics. Used alone or with opioid/nonopioid medications for other purposes beside pain, but also effective for pain management .

    Pain Intensity Scales

    • Numeric Rating Scale (NRS): Use numbered 0-10 scale where patient rates pain
    • Visual Analog Scale (VAS): Use a line with endpoints labelled "No pain" and "Worst pain imaginable".
    • Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale: Utilize facial expressions to represent different pain levels, suitable for patients experiencing difficulty conveying pain verbally.

    Nursing Considerations

    • Include points for specific medications used in pain management.
    • Non-opioids: Do not produce tolerance or addiction; are often over-the-counter (OTC); suitable for mild to moderate pain; potential side effects include nausea, vomiting, and increased bleeding tendencies.
    • Opioids: Use for severe pain; may cause constipation, nausea/vomiting, sedation, and respiratory depression; potential for tolerance and addiction.
    • Adjuvant analgesics: Long-term use may need to cautiously adjust dosages and monitor side effects.

    Non-drug Therapies (Strategies)

    • Physical: Massage, exercise.
    • Other techniques: Includes TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation), acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine, heat/cold therapy, and cognitive therapies like distraction, hypnosis, relaxation.

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