Which of the Following Is an Example of a Measurable

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a measurable outcome for the patient who has undergone a surgical procedure with a pain rating of 7 on a scale of 0 to 10?

• A) The patient's pain will be under control by Sunday.
• B) The patient will have no pain by the end of this shift.
• C) The patient's pain will decrease by the end of shift on (date).
• D) The patient's pain will decrease to 2 or lower by the end of shift on (date).

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Definitions:

Endorphins

Natural chemicals in the body that interact with the brain's receptors to reduce pain perception and lead to feelings of euphoria.

Pain Reduction

Pain reduction involves strategies or treatments aimed at alleviating or managing the intensity of pain experienced by an individual.

Brain's Release

The process by which the brain discharges substances, such as neurotransmitters or hormones, which can influence mood, behavior, and physiological functions.

Hypnotized Patients

Refers to individuals who are in a state of hypnosis, a trance-like condition of altered awareness and heightened suggestibility.