The nurse explains that the pain threshold and pain tolerance are different in that the pain threshold is the point at which:
a. pain is perceived.
b. the person responds to pain.
c. pharmacologic intervention is required.
d. signs such as grimacing or groaning are observed.
A
The pain threshold is the point at which the pain is perceived.
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