Which of the Following Statement(s)is(are)true About Pain in Older Adults

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statement(s) is(are) true about pain in older adults?

• A) Pain is not a normal aging process.
• B) Pain sensitivity decreases with age.
• C) If patients do not complain, they do not have pain.
• D) Opioid analgesics are often the best treatment for persistent pain.

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Definitions:

Lower Limb

Refers to the portion of the body from the hip to the toes, including the thigh, leg, ankle, and foot.

Posterior Side

The back or rear part of the body or an object, opposite of anterior.

Agonist

A substance that binds to a receptor and activates it, often mimicking the action of a naturally occurring substance.

Antagonist

A substance that impedes or counteracts the action of another, especially a muscle that opposes the action of another muscle.