Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 8e
Pharmacology and the Nursing Process, 8e
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780323358286
Author: Linda Lane Lilley PhD RN, Shelly Rainforth Collins PharmD, Julie S. Snyder MSN RN-BC
Publisher: Elsevier Science
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Chapter 10, Problem 1O
Summary Introduction

To define:

Acute pain and chronic pain.

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A pain is an irritating and emotional experience that can be associated either with the actual tissue damage or potential tissue damage. The pain can be described by intensity, location, duration, and quality.

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A pain is further divided into acute pain or chronic pain. Acute pain happens suddenly. Example for acute pain is a myocardial infection and appendicitis. Chronic pain lasts for the long time period. It takes time for recurring. Example for chronic pain is cancer, arthritis, peripheral neuropathy, and lower back pain.

Conclusion

The acute pain can be prevented by doing exercise and physical therapy. The chronic pain can be treated with oral therapies such as anti-inflammatory drugs.

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