2. signs of pain Flashcards
recognition of pain is based on what
identifying the physiologic and behavioral changes
pain can cause (hypo/hyper) tension
low/high blood pressure
hypertension / high BP
pain can cause (brady/tachy) cardia
tachycardia (high HR)
pain can cause peripheral vaso (constriction/dilation)
peripheral vasoconstriction
pain can cause (brady/tachy) arrhythmia
tachyarrhythmia
pain can cause (brady/tachy) pnea
tachypnea
pain can cause (shallow/deep) breathing
shallow breathing
can pain cause panting?
yes
what type of breathing can cats show when they’re in pain?
open mouth
pain can cause (constricted/dilated) pupils
dilated pupils
what is the term for dilated pupils?
mydriasis
pain can cause changes in posture, movement, and
vocalization
pain assessments should be performed on
any hospitalized patient who may be painful
pain assessments should be performed how often?
frequently, every 3-4 hours
pain assessments should be performed how often after undergoing a major surgery?
frequently during the first few hours