Loss of Muscle Mass from Lack of Activity Is Called

question 57

Multiple Choice

Loss of muscle mass from lack of activity is called __________.

• A) myopathy
• B) dystrophy
• C) apathy
• D) atrophy
• E) tetanus

Understand the mechanisms of action of different pain management therapies and the importance of multimodal analgesia.

Recognize the importance of patient education and the risk factors for adverse effects in pain management.

Understand the role and reliability of different indicators of pain.

Identify appropriate interventions for specific pain-related conditions.

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Definitions:

Drug Tolerance

Drug tolerance occurs when a person requires a higher dose of a drug to achieve the same effect due to repeated use.

Conditioning Models

Theoretical models used to explain how behavioral responses are learned and performed in relation to certain stimuli.

Larger Doses

Increased quantities of a substance, such as medication, taken at one time or over a defined period, often implying more than standard amounts.

Spontaneous Recovery

The reappearance of a conditioned response after a pause, without further conditioning.