Module 3: Pain Flashcards
1
Q
Describe somatic pain
A
From skin, bone muscle, conducted by sensory fibres
2
Q
Describe visceral pain
A
Originates in organs
Conducted by sympathetic fibres
May be acute or chronic
3
Q
According to the gate-control theory, passage of pain impulses may be naturally blocked:
A
at the synapse by entry of other sensory impulses
4
Q
What is a common analgesic administered to control a moderate level of pain?
A
Codeine
5
Q
Pain resulting from a profound, sudden loss of blood flow to an organ or tissues in a specific area of the body is referred to as:
A
Ischemic pain
6
Q
Which analgesics acts to reduce pain at the peripheral site ?
A
Acetaminophen
7
Q
Spinal anesthesia, the drug is injected into
A
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or the epidural space of the spinal cord
