Question 1

Which statement best describes pain as a protective response?

Accepted Answer

A)   Pain is a physiological, conscious reaction.
B)   Pain is a rapid, reflexive, unconscious reaction.
C)   Pain is a psychological reaction based on blood flow to the injured site.
D)   Pain is a slow, deliberate reaction to avoid further tissue injury.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 2

Which statement is true regarding fear and local anesthesia?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fear can be a barrier to obtaining adequate anesthesia.
B)   Fear causes little concern over dental treatment.
C)   Fear of injections causes over 40% of patients to avoid treatment.
D)   Fear is an insurmountable problem for most patients who experience fear of injections.E) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Discuss the value of pain as a protective response.

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As a physiological response to environme...

Question 4

Which statement correctly describes chronic pain?

Accepted Answer

A)   It follows a period of acute pain that persists for more than six months.
B)   It follows inception of nociceptive processes.
C)   It always has an identifiable cause and duration.
D)   It responds well to pain medication and limited interventions.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 5

Match the following:
-Visceral pain

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A)   Internal squeezing or gnawing sensation
B)   Sympathetic nerve responses
C)   Individual reaction to painful stimuli
D)   Caused by injury to nerve tissue
E)   Postoperative discussion with patientF)  Rapid, reflexive, subconscious reactionG)  Innate ability to detect painful stimuliH)  Thermal, mechanical, chemical receptorsI)  Postoperative dental painJ)  Detects tissue injuryK) None of the above
L) A) and F)

Question 6

________ pain usually lasts for a few seconds to not more than six months. It is generally caused by tissue damage from an injury or disease.

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The answer of ________ pain usually lasts for a few...

Question 7

Explain the difference between pain and nociception.

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Pain and nociception are not synonymous....

Question 8

Match the following:
-Debriefing

Accepted Answer

A)   Internal squeezing or gnawing sensation
B)   Sympathetic nerve responses
C)   Individual reaction to painful stimuli
D)   Caused by injury to nerve tissue
E)   Postoperative discussion with patientF)  Rapid, reflexive, subconscious reactionG)  Innate ability to detect painful stimuliH)  Thermal, mechanical, chemical receptorsI)  Postoperative dental painJ)  Detects tissue injuryK) H) and I)
L) D) and H)

Question 9

To help patients cope with anxiety and fear, the four PREP steps are ________; ________; ________; and _________.

Accepted Answer

prepare; r...

Question 10

Which of the following statements related to an individual's response to a pain experience is not correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is complex and includes both physiological and psychological factors.
B)   It is not influenced by an individual's gender and physical health.
C)   It is proportionate to the intensity of physical injury and degree of harm.
D)   It is affected by attitudes and learned responses.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 11

Which of the following strategies helps patients cope with anxiety and fear?

Accepted Answer

A)   Avoid discussions about anxiety and fear.
B)   Only the dentist should ask about anxiety and fear to avoid patient embarrassment.
C)   Assure the patient that difficulties during past dental visits could not have been avoided.
D)   Prepare, rehearse, empower, and praise patients to reduce anxiety and fear.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Match the following:
-Pain threshold

Accepted Answer

A)   Internal squeezing or gnawing sensation
B)   Sympathetic nerve responses
C)   Individual reaction to painful stimuli
D)   Caused by injury to nerve tissue
E)   Postoperative discussion with patientF)  Rapid, reflexive, subconscious reactionG)  Innate ability to detect painful stimuliH)  Thermal, mechanical, chemical receptorsI)  Postoperative dental painJ)  Detects tissue injuryK) A) and I)
L) F) and I)

Question 13

Physiological responses that occur as a result of the sympathetic nervous system's reaction to pain include an ________ in heart rate, heart contractions, and blood pressure.

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The answer of Physiological responses that occur as a result...

Question 14

Nociceptive pain is caused by _________ or disease in body tissues.

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The answer of Nociceptive pain is caused by _________ or...

Question 15

Discuss variables that contribute to an individual's experience of pain.

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Pain is influenced by many variables tha...

Question 16

Which statement best describes the hypnosis?

Accepted Answer

A)   Hypnosis is most effective in conjunction with oral sedation.
B)   Hypnosis causes the inability to concentrate.
C)   Hypnosis reduces anxiety, stress, salivation and gag reflex.
D)   Hypnosis induces calmness, relaxation and amnesiaE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 17

Nociceptors are unique because they respond to ________, thermal, and chemical stimuli.

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The answer of Nociceptors are unique because they respond to...

Question 18

In response to pain from injection, the CNS activates the sympathetic nervous system to:

Accepted Answer

A)   Stimulate the adrenal medulla to release serotonin
B)   Increase heart rate, blood pressure, and skeletal muscle vasculature
C)   Increase mesenteric vessel blood flow to digestive organs
D)   Depress the psychological state of a patientE) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Discuss strategies and provide examples that enhance positive communication with patients.

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Display a genuinely warm and caring atti...

Question 20

Pain ________ is highly variable and may vary from one individual to another.

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The answer of Pain ________ is highly variable and may...

Exam 2: Fundamentals of Pain Management

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Which statement correctly describes chronic pain?

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________ pain usually lasts for a few seconds to not more than six months. It is generally caused by tissue damage from an injury or disease.

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