When Caring for a Person Who Has Had Pain for 3

question 43

Multiple Choice

When caring for a person who has had pain for 3 days, what physiologic signs of pain would a nurse expect to find?

• A)Fever and muscle weakness or reports of fatigue
• B)Irritability and depression or reports of insomnia
• C)Decreased blood pressure or reports of nausea and vomiting
• D)Increased heart rate and respiratory rate with diaphoresis

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Definitions:

Blood Glucose Regulation

The process by which the body maintains optimal blood sugar levels, involving insulin and glucagon to handle absorption and storage of glucose.

Stress Management

Techniques and therapies aimed at controlling a person's levels of stress for improved overall health and well-being.

Diabetes

A chronic condition where the body cannot properly process glucose, resulting in high blood sugar levels, often requiring management through diet, exercise, and medication.

Asthma

A respiratory condition marked by spasms in the bronchi of the lungs, causing difficulty in breathing; often linked to allergic reactions or other forms of hypersensitivity.