NURSE-3101 Lecture Notes - Lecture 12: Analgesic, Music Therapy, Infusion Pump
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Superficial: increased blood pressure, increased pulse and respiratory rates, pupil dilation, muscle tension and rigidity, pallor (peripheral vasoconstriction, increased adrenalin output, increased blood glucose, typical parasympathetic responses when pain is severe and. The whole body"s balance of yin and yang rather than just the area where pain is present is vital to one"s wellness. Is it external or internal? (asking the patient with acute pain to point to the painful area with one finger may help to localize the pain. How effective were they? (methods of relief currently in effect for hospitalized patients should be apparent from the chart. It is important to verify the use of current orders and their effectiveness with the patient. Participation in recreational diversional activities? (an activity diary is often helpful sometimes crucial. One to several weeks of hourly activity recorded by the patient may be necessary. Levels of pain, intake of food, and sleep rest periods are noted along with activities performed.