The Nurse Uses Which Term to Document the Maximum Amount

question 26

Multiple Choice

The nurse uses which term to document the maximum amount of pain a patient is able to tolerate?

• A)Allodynia
• B)Hyperalgesia
• C)Pain tolerance
• D)Pain threshold

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Definitions:

Crabs

An STD (sexually transmitted disease) caused by the infestation of the pubic hair by a louse.

Cervicitis

An inflammation of the cervix, often caused by infection and characterized by symptoms like abnormal vaginal discharge and pain during intercourse.

Cervix

The lower, narrow end of the uterus that opens into the vagina, playing an essential role in feminine reproductive health and childbirth.

Endometriosis

A medical condition in women where tissue similar to the lining inside the uterus grows outside it, leading to pain and possibly fertility issues.