ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing Care: Concepts, Connections & Skills
Chapter 19 : Pain Management, Rest, and Restorative Sleep Questions
Question 1 of 5
Christy Leigh is complaining of a burning, searing pain along the lateral aspect of her left foot. When you assess Christy's foot, you see no wounds or abnormalities. She tells you that she has not injured the foot but has been having this pain intermittently for approximately 1 month. Upon reviewing her chart, you read that Christy has severe diabetes. Which type pain do you think Christy is having?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Neuropathic pain, common in diabetes, presents as burning or searing without visible injury, due to nerve damage.
Question 2 of 5
Alex Ganner has pancreatic cancer in the advanced stages and has been at home. He has been attempting to get relief of severe abdominal pain with prescription opioids for 6 days, but the pain is not responding. He finally agrees to be admitted for treatment of pain. Which type of pain is Mr. Ganner experiencing?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Intractable pain is severe, persistent, and resistant to standard treatments, as seen in advanced cancer.
Question 3 of 5
Marissa Jones suffers from a sleep disorder that awakens her during the night, and she is experiencing chronic fatigue. Which sleep disorder is Marissa suffering?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Sleep apnea causes nighttime awakenings due to breathing interruptions, leading to chronic fatigue.
Question 4 of 5
Which of the following are NSAIDs?
Correct Answer: C,D,F
Rationale: Ibuprofen, naproxen, and aspirin are NSAIDs, which reduce inflammation and pain, unlike opioids.
Question 5 of 5
Joseph Walker is suffering from chronic back pain and is requesting pain medication. Upon reviewing his medical administration record, you notice it is too early to have pain medication. What nonpharmacologic methods can you use to relieve his pain?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Rationale: Nonpharmacologic methods like massage, heat/cold, TENS, acupressure, and relaxation can reduce chronic pain.