Section: 2.4.1 - Pain (Part 1) | Medical-Surgical 1 | NextGenU.org


  • Student Learning Outcomes:

    • Define pain.
    • Describe the characteristics of pain.
    • Describe the classifications and mechanisms of pain. 
    • Discuss evidence-based practices related to assessing pain and providing comfort.
    • Explain pharmacological pain management in a client suffering from pain.
    • Discuss nonpharmacologic measures to minimize pain.
    • Explain the nurse's role in a client suffering from pain.
    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 59 minutes.

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    • Required Learning Resources and Activities
    • Read the section definition of pain. (1 minute)

    • Read the section types of pain. (4 minutes)

    • Read the section pain classification. (4 minutes)

    • Read the section basic mechanism of pain. (3 minutes)

    • Read the entire page. (6 minutes)

    • Read the entire page. (16 minutes)

    • Read the sections Introduction and Inflammation and Nutraceutical. (6 minutes)

    • Read the sections Assessment and planning implementation and evaluation. (11 minutes)

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