Pain Management
opioids, analgesics, NSAIDs, acetaminophen
what is pain meds
Often described as burning, shooting, tingling, electric shocks, pins & needles.
what is nerve pain or neuropathic pain
Neuropathic pain often arises due to damage or dysfunction of this system in the body.
what is nervous system
the primary source of nutrition for newborns in the first few months of life?
What is breast milk
10C unit
PQRSTUV
What is pain assessment
“normal” processing of stimuli that damages normal tissues or has the potential to damage tissues.
What is nociceptive pain
The term "neuropathy" specifically refers to damage to these structures within the nervous system.
what are nerves
nursing assessment used for postpartum maternal patients
what is BUBBLE-HED assessment?
Who is Trina Propp
This technique involves applying ice or heat to the affected area to reduce pain and inflammation.
what is nonpharmacological interventions
generalized pain from organs such as the gastrointestinal tract and pancreas that may have a cramping, aching quality
what is visceral pain
This common complication of diabetes can lead to neuropathic pain.
What is diabetic neuropathy?
Name one type of pain medication commonly used for postpartum pain management that is considered safe for breastfeeding mothers.
what is acetaminophen
common surgery in ortho unit
what is knee/hip replacement
allows patients to self-administer predetermined doses of intravenous opioids within safe limits
What is PCA
Pain of recent onset that is usually transient in nature, lasting from minutes to less than one month
Acute pain
This class of medications, originally used to treat epilepsy, is commonly prescribed for neuropathic pain due to its ability to stabilize nerve membranes.
what is anticonvulsants
Name one potential adverse effect in breastfeeding infants exposed to opioids through breast milk.
What is sedation or respiratory depression?
what does ORIF stands for?
what is open reduction internal fixation
gabapentinoids, TCAs, and SNRIs
what are the first-line treatments for neuropathic pain
This happens when normally painful stimuli — like heat or pinpricks — cause an extreme or increased pain sensation.
what is hyperalgesia
The acronym "SNRI" stands for this type of antidepressant medication used to treat neuropathic pain.
hat are serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors?
emotional adjustment that women may experience during the postpartum period.
what is Postpartum blues or baby blues.
Guidelines provided to patients after hip surgery or injury to prevent complications such as dislocation.
What are hip precautions?