In Comparison with Acute Pain Patients, Chronic Pain Patients

question 48

Multiple Choice

In comparison with acute pain patients, chronic pain patients

• A) share a similar psychological profile.
• B) experience higher levels of pain.
• C) are more responsive to pain management techniques.
• D) suffer from a syndrome involving physiological, psychological, social and behavioural components.
• E) experience greater satisfaction of their provider.

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Definitions:

Negative Emotional Reactions

Refers to undesirable feelings or emotions that result from certain experiences or thoughts.

Impulsively

Acting on or inclined to act on sudden urges without considering the consequences.

Birth Order

The rank or position of an individual within their family, determined by the timing of their birth relative to their siblings.

Abnormal Levels

Atypical quantities or concentrations of substances or characteristics, often indicating a health issue or anomaly.