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What is a characteristic of neuropathic pain?
What is a characteristic of neuropathic pain?
- Loss of sensation or motor function (correct)
- Central excitability
- Increased sensation
- Enhanced central inhibition
Which of the following is NOT a type of pain mechanism?
Which of the following is NOT a type of pain mechanism?
- Nociceptive
- Psychological (correct)
- Central
- Neuropathic
What is a factor that influences the transition from acute to chronic pain?
What is a factor that influences the transition from acute to chronic pain?
- Genetic predisposition
- Medication use
- Psychosocial factors (correct)
- Age
What is the name of the tool used to assess patients with neuropathic pain?
What is the name of the tool used to assess patients with neuropathic pain?
What is a characteristic of central sensitization?
What is a characteristic of central sensitization?
Which type of pain is characterized by activation of nociceptors?
Which type of pain is characterized by activation of nociceptors?
What is the term for the phenomenon where people with pain can have a combination of different mechanisms underlying their pain?
What is the term for the phenomenon where people with pain can have a combination of different mechanisms underlying their pain?
Why is it important to address psychosocial factors in pain management?
Why is it important to address psychosocial factors in pain management?
What is a key component of a successful therapy for chronic pain?
What is a key component of a successful therapy for chronic pain?
What is a characteristic of central pain?
What is a characteristic of central pain?
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