Clinical setting approach (Pain assessment) Flashcards
1
Q
nociceptive
A
pain from injury
2
Q
neuropathic
A
nerve pain
3
Q
4 steps of nociception
A
- transduction - signal sent to brain
- transmission - brain interprets signal
- perception of pain - response
- modulation
4
Q
Visceral pain
A
originates within larger internal organs
- described as dull, deep cramping
ex: appendicitis
5
Q
Somatic pain
A
originates in muscle, bone, tendon, ligament
- described as throbbing or achy
-Ex: fracture
6
Q
Cutaneous pain
A
associated with the surface of the skin
- sharp burning sensation
7
Q
Referred pain
A
pain felt in one location yet originates somewhere else
8
Q
Acute pain
A
less than 6 months
9
Q
chronic pain
A
more than 6 months
10
Q
PQRST for pain
A
- provocation/palliation
- quality
- region
- severity
- timing
