Pain Overview Flashcards
1
Q
What type of pain is primarily nociceptive?
A
Acute pain
2
Q
What medications should be used for mild pain?
A
NSAID or acetaminophen +/-adjuvant analgesics
3
Q
What medications should be used for moderate pain?
A
Immediate-release short acting opioids.
NSAIDs +/- adjuvant analgesics
4
Q
What medications should be used for severe pain?
A
Immediate release short acting opioids
NSAIDs +/- adjuvant analgesics
5
Q
What classes of medications can be used as adjuvant analgesics?
A
Anticonvulsants Antidepressants Local anesthetics Antispasmodics Benzodiazepines Corticosteroids
