Question 1
A nurse is teaching a patient about cognitive-behavioral strategies for managing pain. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A. "I can use relaxation techniques to help manage my pain."
B. "Cognitive restructuring will help me change my thoughts about p...
A nurse is teaching a patient about cognitive-behavioral strategies for managing pain. Which
statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?
A. "I can use relaxation techniques to help manage my pain."
B. "Cognitive restructuring will help me change my thoughts about pain."
C. "Once I start these techniques, I won't feel any pain at all."
D. "Keeping a pain diary can help me identify triggers."
Answer: C
Rationale: Cognitive-behavioral strategies can help manage pain but do not eliminate it
completely. The patient needs to understand that pain may still be present but can be managed
better.
Question 2
The nurse is assessing a patient’s pain. Which assessment finding is most indicative of chronic
pain?
A. Pain duration of 2 weeks
B. Pain intensity of 8 on a scale of 1 to 10
C. Pain that has lasted for 6 months
D. Pain that worsens with activity
Answer: C
Rationale: Chronic pain is typically defined as pain lasting longer than 3 to 6 months,
distinguishing it from acute pain.
Question 3
A patient is using guided imagery as a pain management technique. Which of the following is an
important nursing intervention during this process?
,A. Encourage the patient to visualize pain.
B. Provide a quiet environment with minimal distractions.
C. Ask the patient to focus on their pain level.
D. Instruct the patient to think about their daily stressors.
Answer: B
Rationale: A quiet environment is crucial for guided imagery, allowing the patient to relax and
concentrate on positive imagery.
Question 4
Which of the following best describes the role of the nurse in psychosocial pain management?
A. To administer pain medications as prescribed.
B. To provide emotional support and education on pain management techniques.
C. To perform surgical interventions for pain relief.
D. To assess vital signs every hour.
Answer: B
Rationale: The nurse plays a crucial role in providing emotional support and education on
psychosocial strategies to help manage pain.
Question 5
A patient reports feeling anxious about their chronic pain. Which intervention should the nurse
prioritize?
A. Administer prescribed analgesics.
B. Teach the patient about relaxation techniques.
C. Refer the patient to a pain specialist.
D. Document the patient's anxiety in their chart.
, Answer: B
Rationale: Teaching relaxation techniques addresses the patient’s anxiety and may help alleviate
some pain perception.
Question 6
In which scenario would the use of distraction as a pain management technique be most
appropriate?
A. A patient experiencing severe postoperative pain.
B. A patient with chronic pain awaiting physical therapy.
C. A patient in the emergency department with an acute injury.
D. A patient preparing for a painful procedure.
Answer: D
Rationale: Distraction techniques are particularly useful during painful procedures to divert the
patient's attention from pain.
Question 7
A nurse is teaching a group of patients about the impact of stress on pain perception. Which
statement by a participant indicates a need for further teaching?
A. "Stress can increase my perception of pain."
B. "Managing stress might help reduce my pain."
C. "Pain has no relation to my stress levels."
D. "I need to find ways to manage my stress effectively."
Answer: C
Rationale: Pain perception can be influenced by stress; therefore, the participant needs further
education on this relationship.
Question 8
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