The client in pain seeks relief from discomfort. Determining the pain's cause is key, so that effective treatment may begin as soon as possible. Several factors can initiate the pain response
The nurse is reviewing physical causes of pain with a group of student nurses. What is the best response by a student nurse for possible physical causes of pain? 1 . Trauma
2 . Surgical incision
3 . Tumor growth
4 . Fatigue
A) 1, 2, 3
B) 1, 2, 4
C) 1, 3, 4
D) 2, 3, 4
A
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Physical causes include the mechanical stress of trauma, surgical incision, or tumor growth. Fatigue, fear of the unknown, and lack of knowledge about pain management can cause further muscle tightening.
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