Asked by
Malia MacKenna
on Oct 12, 2024
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A nurse is caring for a patient who fell on the ice and has connective tissue damage in the wrist and hand.What type of pain is the patient experiencing?
A) Visceral pain.
B) Somatic pain.
C) Peripherally generated pain.
D) Centrally generated pain.
Connective Tissue
A type of body tissue that supports, connects, or separates different types of tissues and organs in the body.
Somatic Pain
Pain that originates from the skin, muscles, bones, or connective tissues, usually localized and described as sharp, aching, or throbbing.
Peripherally Generated Pain
Pain originating from the peripheral nervous system, often due to tissue injury or inflammation outside the central nervous system.
- Acquire knowledge of different pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to pain relief.
Verified Answer
NO
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge of different pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches to pain relief.