A nurse is caring for a patient whose cancer metastasis has resulted in bone pain. Which of the following are typical characteristics of bone pain?
A) A dull, deep ache that is "boring" in nature
B) Soreness or aching that may include cramping
C) Sharp, piercing pain that is relieved by immobilization
D) Spastic or sharp pain that radiates
Ans: A
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Bone pain is characteristically described as a dull, deep ache that is "boring" in nature, whereas muscular pain is described as soreness or aching and is referred to as "muscle cramps." Fracture pain is sharp and piercing and is relieved by immobilization. Sharp pain may also result from bone infection with muscle spasm or pressure on a sensory nerve.
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