A client presents with chronic pain that has recently increased in severity. The nurse knows this type of pain can be increased with which occurrence? (Select all that apply.)
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.
1. Depression
2. Overuse of OTC pain relievers
3. Anxiety
4. Fatigue
5. New pain medication
Correct Answer: 1, 3, 4
Rationale 1: Anxiety, fatigue, and depression can increase the perception of pain.
Rationale 2: Overuse of OTC pain relievers does not increase chronic pain.
Rationale 3: Anxiety, fatigue, and depression can increase the perception of pain.
Rationale 4: Anxiety, fatigue, and depression can increase the perception of pain.
Rationale 5: New pain medication is not associated with an increase in chronic pain.
Global Rationale: Anxiety, fatigue, and depression can increase the perception of pain. Overuse of OTC pain relievers and new pain medication do not increase chronic pain.
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