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Which pain management technique is considered a non-pharmacological approach?
Which pain management technique is considered a non-pharmacological approach?
What is the purpose of educating the family on the importance of pain management?
What is the purpose of educating the family on the importance of pain management?
Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic pain as opposed to acute pain?
Which of the following is a characteristic of chronic pain as opposed to acute pain?
Which assessment model is specifically designed for measuring pain in infants?
Which assessment model is specifically designed for measuring pain in infants?
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What is a common psychological strategy used in non-pharmacological pain management?
What is a common psychological strategy used in non-pharmacological pain management?
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What characterizes chronic pain?
What characterizes chronic pain?
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Which type of pain is characterized by damage to body tissue?
Which type of pain is characterized by damage to body tissue?
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Which treatment is commonly used for mild inflammatory pain?
Which treatment is commonly used for mild inflammatory pain?
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What does the 'R' in the pain alphabet stand for?
What does the 'R' in the pain alphabet stand for?
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Which type of nociceptor is primarily responsible for transmitting sharp, acute pain?
Which type of nociceptor is primarily responsible for transmitting sharp, acute pain?
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Which treatment method is NOT typically associated with neuropathic pain management?
Which treatment method is NOT typically associated with neuropathic pain management?
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What might increase pain based on the pain alphabet's 'W' component?
What might increase pain based on the pain alphabet's 'W' component?
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What is a common non-pharmacologic treatment for nociceptive pain?
What is a common non-pharmacologic treatment for nociceptive pain?
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Study Notes
Types of Pain
- Acute pain lasts for a short duration; chronic pain persists for more than three months.
Mechanisms and Classifications
- Nociceptive pain arises from physical injury (e.g., surgery).
- Inflammatory pain is associated with conditions such as sunburn and infections.
- Neuropathic pain results from nerve damage, often seen in diabetes or chemotherapy-related issues.
Primary Afferent Nociceptors
- A delta fibers: myelinated, fast-conducting, responsible for sharp pain.
- C fibers: unmyelinated, slower, transmit dull, persistent pain.
Pain Treatment Approaches
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Nociceptive Pain:
- Non-pharmacologic: ice application, distraction techniques.
- Mild to moderate: standard analgesics like acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
- Moderate to severe: combination of oral agents for enhanced pain control.
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Inflammatory Pain:
- Non-pharmacologic: cooling, warming applications, and exercise.
- Mild to moderate: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs).
- Moderate to severe: disease-modifying medications.
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Neuropathic Pain:
- Non-pharmacologic: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), activity modification.
- Medications: Neuromodulating agents include antidepressants and anti-seizure drugs.
Pain Assessment – PAIN Alphabet
- Q: Quality (descriptors like stabbing, dull)
- R: Region (location and whether it radiates)
- S: Severity (using scales: verbal, numerical, visual)
- T: Timing (onset, frequency)
- U: Usually associated with (triggers like food, exercise)
- V: Very much relieved by (methods of relief such as medications or ice)
- W: Worse with (elements that exacerbate pain)
Non-Pharmacologic Pain Management
- Techniques include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, massage, reflexology, relaxation exercises, guided imagery, Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), distraction, and RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).
Nursing Management
- Build rapport with patients.
- Educate families on the importance of managing pain for healing and immune function.
- Assess pain levels regularly and document findings.
- Provide PRN analgesics for breakthrough pain.
- Monitor and address sleep disturbances, which can worsen pain.
- Discuss patient goals related to pain management.
- Offer spiritual support and listen attentively to patient concerns.
Pain Measurement Tools
- Various scales for assessing pain include:
- Numerical scale (0-10)
- Verbal scale (Mild, Moderate, Severe)
- Analog scale for measuring intensity
- FACES scale for children
- CRIES scale for infants
Clinical Findings: Chronic Pain vs. Acute Pain
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Chronic Pain:
- Emotional response may be blunt.
- Blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate typically remain normal.
- Sleep is often adversely affected.
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Acute Pain:
- Patients often display crying or angry affect.
- Blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate are elevated due to increased oxygen demand.
- Sleep disturbances are noted, impacting recovery.
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Test your understanding of the different types of pain and their underlying mechanisms. This quiz covers acute versus chronic pain, along with nociceptive, inflammatory, and neuropathic classifications. Enhance your knowledge on pain pathways and afferent nociceptors.
