Pain Flashcards
1
Q
How to assess for pain?
A
- direct interview
- OLDCARTS
- diagnostic studies
- physical assessment
- pain scale
- numeric scale (0-10)
- verbal rating scale
- visual analog scales
2
Q
What are the types of nociceptive pains?
A
- somatic
- visceral
- cutaneous
3
Q
Where is somatic pain and how is it described?
A
- bone, joint, muscle, skin, connective tissues
- aching throbbing
- ex) arthritis
4
Q
Where is visceral pain and how is it described?
A
- internal organs, lining of body cavities
- sharp or dull, difficult to localize
5
Q
Where is cutaneous pain and how is it described?
A
- skin, mucous membranes, subcutaneous tissue
- sharp, burning, prickly
6
Q
What are some pain management strategies?
A
- prescription and nonprescription drugs
- non-drug therapies
- hot and cold applications
- alternative therapies
- relaxation strategies
7
Q
What are some common side effects of opioids
A
- constipation
- sedation
- respiratory depression
- N/V
- itching
8
Q
What are some ways to manage side effects of opioids?
A
- laxatives
- take with food
- monitor for sedating effects (stop if patient is impossible to wake up)
- monitor RR (hold if RR < 12 or O2 < 90%)
- antihistamines (watch for b & z rule)
9
Q
What are some signs of opioid misuse?
A
- compulsive use
- loss of control of use
- continued use despite risk of harm
10
Q
What are the pain management techniques for cancer patients?
A
- radiotherapy
- surgery
- hormone therapy
- chemotherapy
