When planning strategies for pain control in older patients, the nurse should be aware of which of the following?
a. pain is a natural outcome of the aging process.
b. Sensitivity to pain increases with age
c. Narcotic use should be avoided
d. Denial of pain may occur
Ans: d. Denial of pain may occur
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A) An 82-year-old woman with hypertension B) A 12-year-old boy with hearing loss C) A 30-year-old pregnant patient D) A 51-year-old man after myocardial infarction
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a. bronchial constriction. b. pupil constriction. c. increased heart rate. d. decreased blood pressure.
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false