Which of the following goals is most associated with good pain ...

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Which of the following goals is most associated with good pain management?
 
  a. Maximize function (eating, walking, and participating in the recovery process).
  b. Minimize the amount of pain medication required by smaller dosing.
  c. Make the child feel good at least 90 of the time.
  d. Reduce requests for pain medication to one per shift by time of discharge.

Question 2

The nurse is identifying the difference between primary headaches to secondary headaches. Secondary headaches can occur:
 
  1. Because of stress.
   2. In relation to low blood pressure.
   3. Because of concussions.
   4. Because of migraines.

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Answer to Question 1

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A Correct: Effective pain treatment allows the child the opportunity to walk, eat, and otherwise participate in the recovery process. Adequate pain control may contribute to a shorter hospital stay, promote quicker return to normal functioning, and lead to a more positive hospital experience.
B Incorrect: Minimizing the amount of pain medication does not meet the first goal of effective pain management, the relief of pain.
C Incorrect: Making the child feel good at least 90 of the time does not meet the second goal of effective pain management, maximize functioning which suggests aiming for 100.
D Incorrect: Reducing requests for pain medication to one per shift by time of discharge is not a goal associated with good pain management as these drugs are dosed or delivered so that side effects are minimized by design.

Answer to Question 2

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1. Stress is a primary cause for headaches.
2. Low blood pressure is a primary cause for headaches.
3. Concussions are a cause of secondary headaches because an injury has previously occurred to the brain tissue.
4. Migraines are a primary cause for headaches.