Clinical Manifestations
What are some ways chronic pain can be described?
Aching, throbbing, burning, shooting pain, electrical, soreness, tightness, stiffness, stinging, squeezing
What is the goal of the medical team?
To provide relief and support to patients.
What is the first line treatment for mild to moderate pain?
Acetaminophen
Risk factors of chronic pain
Genetics, aging, stress, previous injury, smoking, obesity, and manual labor job
What is considered subjective data in someone with chronic pain?
OPQRST and pain scale rating.
What is the most effective medication for mild to moderate pain?
NSAIDs
Pain in the nerves and nervous system.
Neuropathic pain
Which type of treatment uses brief pulses of electricity to nerve endings for pain relief?
Electrical stimulation
What can help relieve chronic nerve pain by reducing pain signals?
Antidepressants
Inflammatory bowel disease is a type of which pain?
Visceral pain
How should a nurse examine the site of pain?
Inspect, palpate, and test range of motion
Name a common type of NSAID.
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), Naproxen sodium (Aleve)
What are considered the "terrible triad?"
Suffering, sleeplessness, and sadness
Name 3 health care professionals that are part of a pain management rehab team.
Neurologists, orthopedists, oncologists, physical therapists, psychologists/psychiatrists, and nurses
What type of medication mentioned can help with diabetic neuropathy?
Anti-seizure