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Cutaneous or Superficial Pain

arises in the skin or subcutaneous tissue ex. burn 3rd degree burn - no pain

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Visceral Pain

caused by stimulation of deep internal pain receptors most often in abdominal cavity, cranium, or thorax ex. menstrual cramps, labor pain, GI infections, bowel disorders, & organ cancers

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Deep Somatic Pain

originates in ligaments, tendons, nerves, blood vessels, & bones ex. broken bone, nerve problems

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Radiating Pain

starts at the source but extends to other locations ex. heart burn - may radiate outward from the sternum to involve the entire upper thorax

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Referred Pain

occurs in an area that is distant from the original site ex. MI, gallbladder pain felt in shoulder

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Phantom Pain

perceived to originate from an area that has been surgically removed ex. amputations usually gets better with time

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Psychogenic Pain

believed to arise from the mind can be just as severe as pain from a physical cause

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Acute Pain

following acute injury, disease, or surgery < 6 months typically know the cause potential or actual tissue damange generally disappears as tissue heals fast, sharp, or initial pain

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Chronic Malignant Pain

associated with cancer or other progressive disorders (Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus) > 6 months no current tissue injury periods of remission and exacerbation don't usually know the cause dull, slow, or delayed pain

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Chronic Nonmalignant Pain

When tissue injury is nonprogressive or healed > 6 months

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Intractable Pain

both chronic and highly resistant to relief Highly resistant to medication

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Neuropathic Pain

often chronic pain that arises when injury to one or more nerves results in repeated transmission of pain signals even in the absence of painful stimuli

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Nociceptive Pain

most common type of pain pain receptors respond to stimuli that are potentially damaging may occur as a result of trauma, surgery, or inflammation

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Quality of Pain

may be described as: sharp or dull, aching, throbbing, stabbing, burning, ripping, searing, or tingling may describe its periodicity as: episodic, intermittent, or contant

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Tranduction

Nociceptors become activated by the perception of potentially damaging mechanical, thermal, and chemical stimuli

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Transmission

peripheral nerves carry the pain message to the dorsal horn of the spinal cord

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Pain Perception

the recognition and definition of pain in the frontal cortex the point at which the person becomes aware of the pain: 1) somatosensory cortex perceives & interprets physical sensations 2) limbic system - emotional reactions to stimuli 3) frontal cortex is involved in thought & reason
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Pain Threshold

the point at which the brain recognizes & defines a stimulus as pain repeated experience with pain can reduce a patient's threshold

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Pain Tolerance

duration or intensity of pain that a person is willing to endure different for every person

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Hyperalgesia

extreme sensitivity to pain

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Pain Reaction

includes the ANS and behavioral responses to pain respirations may increase or decrease increased HR decreased O2sat facial grimaces

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Modulation

pain signals can be either facilitated or inhibited can change the perception of pain 2 mechanisms: endogenous analgesia system & gate-control mechanism

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Nociceptors

pain receptors - want us to know when we're in pain nonadapting - to keep us constantly informed of the continuous presence of the painful stimulus that can damage tissues

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Endogenous Analgesia System

endogenous opiods block the continuing pain impulses and release of substance P to provide pain relief

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Gate Control Theory of Pain Modulation

somatic signals from nonpainful sources can inhibit signals of pain by closing the gate stops impulses from getting to the brain to not feel pain stimulation of touch fibers by: rubbing, stroking, massage, vibration, application of ointments, heat, cold

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kids cannot report exact locations of pain; commonly experience acute pain Developmental Stages elderly - high prevalence of pain may falsely believe pain & suffering comes with old age - may not report pain

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Ethnic/Cultural Factors

some cultures do not readily report pain

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Pain Assessment

considered the 5th vital sign if the patient is in pain, look at PRN meds pain history from clients - OLDCARTS behavioral & physiologic response assess before and after administration of meds - evaluate effectiveness

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Wong-Baker Faces

used with kids and neuro patients/cognitive impairements 10 point pain intensity scale rating of 3 - need to revise the pain treatment plan rating of 6 or more - demands immediate attention; the meds aren't working must always believe the client - pain is what the patient says it is
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acute pain - elevated BP, appear ashen chronic/unresolved pain - BP and P may be lower than normal, may report feeling faint Vital Signs changes in v/s generally last only a short time - after more than an hour, the v/s typically return to what they were previously normal v/s does not mean the patient is free of pain!

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alleviation of pain or a reduction in pain to a level of comfort that is acceptable to the client Pain Management non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic - use the most effective & least invasive method

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Noninvasive Pain Management

patient can't have pain meds relaxation exercises - teach patient slow, rhythmic breathing distraction - watching TV, listening to music, family, reading, etc. guided imagery - use of images (ex. beach) biofeedback - using your mind to control the body (BP, HR, etc.) interpersonal skills - humor, gentle words physical care - bathing
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Cutaneous Stimulations

method of pain relief based on the gate-control theory of pain works best on pain that is localized and not diffuse massage - effleurage (use of slow, long, guiding strokes) used for women in labor; always obtain verbal permission transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator (TENS) - pads directly applied to painful area; stimulates A-delta sensory fibers percuatneous electrical stimulation (PENS) stimulates peripheral sensory nerves; effective in short-term management of acute & chronic pain acupuncture - application of extremely fine needles to stimulate the endogenous analgesia

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Immobilization

particularly helpful with arthritic joints remove splints at regular intervals so that the patient can exercise the area to prevent further injury

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Nonopiod Analgesics

relieve mild to moderate pain; many also reduce inflammation & fever ex. acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen may be used for acute & chronic pain many are compounded with opoids allows for a lower dose of opoid to be administered

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primarily act in the peripheral tissues by interfering with the production of prostaglandins ex. aspirin, ibuprofen Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs common side effect of GI irritation (NSAIDS) take with food, lower the dose, or use enteric-coated pills Aspirin - can also inhibit platelet aggregation (clumping)

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Acetaminophen

very little anti-inflammatory effect; has a analgesic & fever-reducing properties fewer side effects - probably safest nonopiod can cause severe hepatotoxicity in patients who consume alcohol & in patients with liver disease

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Opiod Analgesics

relieve intense pain by binding to opiate receptors & activating endogenous pain suppression in the CNS most common side effects - nausea, vomiting, constipation, & drowsiness opiod antagonist - naloxone (Narcan)

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A-delta fibers

transmit fast pain impulses from acute, focused mechanical & thermal stimuli

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C fibers

trasmit slow pain impulses, that is, dull, diffuse pain impulses that travel at a slow rate conduct pain from mechanical, thermal, & chemical stimuli

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Body's Reaction to Pain

onset of acute pain - reacts automatically by activating sympathetic nervous system; fightor-flight response - minimizes blood loss, maintains perfusion to vital organs, prevents & fights infections, promotes healing pain continues - body adapts, parasympathetic nervous system takes over; actual pain receptors continue to transmit pain message so that the person remains aware of the tissue damage - largely protective

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Endocrine System

ongoing pain triggers release of excessive amounts of ACTH, ADH, GH, catecholamines, & glucagon insulin & testosterone levels decrease results in weight loss, tachycardia, fever, increased RR, & death

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Cardiovascular System

unrelieved pain leads to hypercoagulation and an increase in HR, BP, cardiac workload, & O2 demand may lead to unstable angina, intracoronary thrombosis, & myocardial ischemia & infarction

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Musculoskeletal System

unrelieved pain causes impaired muscle function, fatigue, & immobility can affect ADL's & engaging in physical therapy

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Respiratory System

pain causes splinting (voluntary limiting of thoracic & abdominal movement in an effort to reduce pain), splinting reduces tidal volume & increases inspiratory & expiratory pressures can result in pneumonia & atelectasis

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Genitourinary System

lead to decreased urinary output, urinary retention, fluid overload, hypokalemia, hypertension, & increased cardiac output

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Gastrointestinal System

in response to pain, intestinal secretions & smooth muscle tone increase, & gastric emptying & motility decrease

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Tolerance

can occur with opoids increasing the dose or changing the route of administration can correct the problem

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Physical Dependence

leads to withdrawal symptoms when the drug is removed abruptly can be prevented by decreasing the dose slowly over time

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Psychological Dependence

addiction occurs in less than 1% of patients even after long-term prescribed use of opioids for pain

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Mu Agonists

stimulate Mu receptors and are used for acute, chronic, & cancer pain ex. codeine, morphine, Dilaudid, fentanyl, methadone, & oxycodone excellent meds for breakthrough pain

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Breakthrough Pain

pain that "breaks through" relief provided by analgesics breakthrough analgesia - a rescue or extra dose drugs used - should have a rapid onset & short duration when possible - give the same drug as that given for ongoing pain relief no maximum daily dose limit & no "ceiling" to the level of analgesia from these drugs

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Agonist-antagonists

stimulate some opioid receptors but block others ex. Talwin & Nubain (mixed), Buprenex (partial agonists) appropriate for acute moderate to severe pain inappropriate for severe escalating pain not recommended as first-line drugs in any kind of pain - there is a limit to the analgesia they can provide & must be administered parenterally should not be given with mu agonists
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Routes of Adminstration for Opoid Analgesics

use the safest & least invasive route Oral - preferred route unless rapid onset of analgesia is desired; relief for mild to severe pain Transdermal - effective for ongoing pain relief but does not provide immediate relief; fever will increase absorption Rectal - when patient is vomiting, has a GI obstruction, or is at risk for aspiration Subcutaneous - intermittent injections or continuous administration of opioids (patients who cannot tolerate oral opioids or who have dose-limiting side effects from oral administration & have limited venous access); used for chronic cancer pain Intramuscular - painful, slow onset of action, &

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Equianalgesia

approximately equal analgesia that a variety of opioids will prodide dose calculations provide a starting point when changing from one opioid to another

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Adjuvant Analgesics

may be used as primary therapy for mild pain or in conjunction with opioids for moderate to severe pain reduce the amount of opioid the patient requires useful if the patient experiences significant side effects from escalating doses of opiods

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Nerve Blocks

type of regional anesthesia anesthetic agent injected into or around the nerve that supplies sensation to a specific part of the body most affect a plexus (network of nerves) may be used for short-term pain (surgical procedures) or long-term pain management of chronic pain

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Local Anesthesia

injection of local anesthetics into body tissues short-acting - lidocaine long-acting - marcaine

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Topical Anesthesia

applying an agent that contains cocaine, lidocaine, or benzocaine directly to the skin, mucous membranes, wounds, or burns quickly absorbed & provides pain relief for mild to moderate pain

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Surgical Interruption of Pain Conduction Pathways

permanent destruction of nerve pathways used as a last resort for intractable pain

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Cordotomy

interrupts pain & temperature sensation below the tract that is severed most frequently done for leg & trunk pain

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Rhizotomy

interrupts the anterior or posterior nerve route that is located between the ganglion and the cord anterior - generally used to stop spastic movements most often used for head and neck pain produced by cancer

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Neurectomy

used to eliminate intractable localized pain pathways of peripheral or cranial nerves are interrupted to block pain transmission

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Sympathectomy

severs the paths to the sympathetic division of the ANS outcomes - improvement in vascular blood supply & elimination of vasospasm used to treat pain from vascular disorders

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Managing Pain in Patients with Substance Abuse or Active Addiction

take a substance abuse history for all patientsshould include information on alcohol intake Symptoms: -repeated requests for opioid injections even though surgery was several days ago - refusal to try oral medication - continued high opioid dose, even though surgery or acute illness has passed observe patient carefully - S/Sx my also indicate untreated withdrawal or increased pain due to complications be careful not to undertrea pain with patients whom you know to abuse substances
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Pain Relief from Placebos

placebo - any medication or procedure, including surgery, that produces an effect in a patient because of its implicit or explicit intent, not because of its specific physical or chemical properties usually tablets containing sugar, saline, or water placebos do not have a useful place in pain management: - if the patient responds to placebo, it does not mean that the patient did not have pain - placebos may be effective at one time and not at another - their use involves deceit

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thoroughly document the pain management plan and the patient's response: Pain Documentation
- expected outcome - patient's pain level at the present time - patient's response to any intervention - any adverse reactions - planned interventions to improve the pain relief

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