Question

1.    Outline the physiology of pain.

2.    Identify components of the pain experience.

3.    Discuss the common misconceptions about pain.

4.    Explain how the physiology of pain relates to selecting interventions for pain relief.

5.    Identify the elements of a pain assessment.

6.    Explain how cultural factors may influence the pain experience.

7.    Recall guidelines for selecting and individualizing pain interventions.

8.    Describe various pharmacological approaches to treating pain.

9.    Discuss nursing implications for administering analgesics.

10. Describe the use of non-pharmacological pain interventions.

11. Summarize therapeutic communication as it relates to the patient in pain.

12. Identify barriers to effective pain management.

13. Predict learning needs of patients in pain.

14. Choose teaching strategies appropriate for the patient in pain.

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