Chapter 28 Flashcards
Chronic pain
Pain that continues for a long time (months or years) or occurs often on; persistent pain
Acute pain
Praying that his folks suddenly from injury, disease, trauma, or surgery
Circadian rythm
Daily rhythm based on a 24 hour cycle; the day – night cycle or body rhythm
Comfort
A state of well-being; the person has no physical or emotional pain and is calm and at peace
Discomfort
See pain
Distraction
To change the person center of attention
Enuresis
Urinary incontinence in bed at night
Guided imagery
Creating in focusing on an image
Insomnia
A chronic condition in which the person cannot sleep or stay asleep
NREM sleep
The seas of sleep or there is no rapid eye movement; non-REM sleep
Pain
Two ache, hurt, or be sore; discomfort
Persistent pain
See chronic pain
Phantom pain
Pain felt in a body part that is no longer there
Radiating pain
Pain felt at the site of tissue damage and in nearby areas
Relaxation
To be free from mental and physical stress