The nurse is explaining concepts associated with pain to a group of patient family members. A question is asked about pain tolerance. The nurse explains that:(Select all that apply) Standard Text: Select all that apply
1. Pain tolerance varies greatly among people
2. Pain tolerance is the automatic reaction of the body that often protects the individual from further harm
3. Pain tolerance may increase with age
4. Pain tolerance is a painful sensation perceived in a body part that is missing
5. Pain tolerance is the amount of pain stimulation a person requires to feel pain
1,3
Rationale: Pain tolerance varies greatly among people, and is widely influenced by psychological and sociocultural factors
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a. Observation b. Interviewing c. Reactivity d. Structured interviewing e. Concealment
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a. adolescents c. toddlers b. preschoolers d. newborns
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)