Pain Assessment (exam 1) Flashcards
What is nociceptive pain?
The result of direct tissue injury.
-Somatic/visceral pain
What is somatic pain?
Superficial pain, well-localized and sharp
What is visceral pain?
internal pain, usually deep aches or cramping
Acute pain time definition? Chronic pain?
Acute pain: lasting less than 3 months
Chronic pain: lasting more than 3 months
What is idiopathic pain?
Pain with unknown mechanism
Somatic pain fibers
A delta fibers
Visceral pain fibers
C fibers
What is acute-on-chronic pain?
an acute exacerbation of a chronic pain syndrome
Pain assessment mnemonic
O - onset
P - provoking factors
Q - quality
R - region
S - severity
T - timing
What is the pediatric dose for tylenol? (<12 yo)
15 mg/kg
PO q4-6h
Max 90mg/kg/day
What are 2 considerations when administering toradol?
Renal function
Affects platelets => bleeding
How to use an atomizer
If >1mL, divide between nares
aim spray towards turbinates/pinna
Airway consideration when administering ketamine
Causes excessive secretions, need “drying” agent
