Pain Flashcards
1
Q
What is important about pain assessment?
A
- pain is subjective
- patient knows their pain and what has or has not worked to treat it in the past
2
Q
Why should HCPs use a holistic approach to pain management?
A
-pain affects every aspect of life
3
Q
Which groups are at greater risk for inadequate pain management?
A
- ethnic minorities
- cognitively impaired adults
- substance abuse
4
Q
What are examples of acute pain management goals?
A
- lowering pain rating
- increased participation in care like use of incentive spirometry, ambulating, coughing/deep breathing
5
Q
What are examples of chronic pain management goals?
A
- ADLs
- socializing
- recreational activities
6
Q
Why are nonpharmacological interventions for pain useful?
A
- increases effectiveness of therapy
- reduction in pain medication
- less side effects of pain medication
