Pain management Flashcards
1
Q
What are we assessing with someones pain
A
nature, severity, location, radiation
2
Q
What are some nonpharmalogical interventions
A
cognitive–behavioral interventions, physical agents, electroanalgesia, acupuncture, TENS
3
Q
What is TENS
A
activating different nerves to draw their attention away from the pain
4
Q
What are some pharmalogical treatments
A
nonnarcotic like tylenol
narcotic analgesics like opioids
depressants, anticonvulsants, muscle relaxants
5
Q
What is another way to treat pain
A
surgery
