1. Which of the following best describes pain?
o A) A purely physical phenomenon
o B) A subjective experience
o C) An objective measurement
o D) A sign of injury
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: Pain is a subjective experience that varies between individuals, influenced by physical, emotional...
1. Which of the following best describes pain?
o A) A purely physical phenomenon
o B) A subjective experience
o C) An objective measurement
o D) A sign of injury
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: Pain is a subjective experience that varies between individuals,
influenced by physical, emotional, and psychological factors.
2. The nurse is assessing a patient’s pain. Which question would be the most effective
in determining the nature of the pain?
o A) "How would you rate your pain on a scale of 0 to 10?"
o B) "Is your pain sharp or dull?"
o C) "When did your pain start?"
o D) "Have you taken any pain medications?"
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: Understanding the quality of pain (sharp or dull) helps in assessing its
nature, which is crucial for appropriate management.
3. Which type of pain is characterized as arising from the skin, muscles, or joints?
o A) Visceral pain
o B) Neuropathic pain
o C) Somatic pain
o D) Phantom pain
o Correct Answer: C
o Rationale: Somatic pain is related to the skin, muscles, or joints and is often
localized and described as sharp or aching.
4. A patient with diabetes reports a burning sensation in their feet. This type of pain is
most likely classified as:
o A) Acute pain
o B) Chronic pain
o C) Neuropathic pain
o D) Somatic pain
o Correct Answer: C
o Rationale: Neuropathic pain results from nerve damage and is often described as
burning or tingling.
5. Which assessment tool is commonly used to evaluate a patient’s pain intensity?
o A) Glasgow Coma Scale
o B) Numeric Rating Scale (NRS)
o C) Braden Scale
o D) Apgar Score
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: The Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) is widely used to quantify pain
intensity from 0 (no pain) to 10 (worst possible pain).
, 6. The nurse knows that chronic pain is best defined as:
o A) Pain lasting less than six months
o B) Pain that has an identifiable cause
o C) Pain that persists beyond the expected period of healing
o D) Pain associated with tissue damage
o Correct Answer: C
o Rationale: Chronic pain persists beyond the normal healing time, often lasting
months or years.
7. A patient expresses fear about undergoing surgery due to anticipated pain. What is
the nurse’s best response?
o A) "Pain management is not necessary for this procedure."
o B) "You will receive pain medications during and after surgery."
o C) "Pain is a normal part of surgery; you will have to cope with it."
o D) "There are no options for managing pain effectively."
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: Providing reassurance about pain management strategies is important
to alleviate patient anxiety.
8. Which of the following physiological responses may occur in a patient experiencing
acute pain?
o A) Decreased heart rate
o B) Increased blood pressure
o C) Decreased respiratory rate
o D) Increased gastric motility
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: Acute pain often triggers a stress response, leading to increased blood
pressure and heart rate.
9. What is the primary goal of pain management?
o A) To eliminate all pain
o B) To improve quality of life
o C) To reduce medication costs
o D) To promote patient independence
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: The primary goal of pain management is to enhance the patient’s
quality of life by controlling pain effectively.
10. Which statement about pain perception is true?
o A) Pain perception is the same for all individuals.
o B) Cultural factors can influence pain perception.
o C) Pain perception is solely a physiological process.
o D) Pain perception does not change over time.
o Correct Answer: B
o Rationale: Cultural beliefs and experiences significantly influence how
individuals perceive and express pain.
Questions 11-20: Pain Assessment and Management Strategies
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