Check Your Understanding Questions

Check Your Understanding Questions

1 .
Describe the physiological process that causes pain.
2 .
What is referred pain?
3 .
Within what time frame should pain be reassessed?
4 .
What are adjuvant medications?
5 .
According to the WHO pain ladder, what types of medications are intended for mild pain? moderate pain? severe pain?
6 .
Why would a massage not be recommended for someone on warfarin?