#1
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with pain perception?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphins
Norepinephrine
#2
What is the most common type of chronic pain?
Fibromyalgia
Migraine
Low back pain
Osteoarthritis
#3
Which of the following is a non-pharmacological approach to pain management?
NSAIDs
Acupuncture
Opioids
Corticosteroids
#4
What is the first-line treatment for acute pain?
Opioids
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Acetaminophen
Corticosteroids
#5
Which of the following medications is often used to manage neuropathic pain?
Acetaminophen
Ibuprofen
Gabapentin
Morphine
#6
What psychological therapy technique is frequently employed in pain management?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic therapy
Humanistic therapy
Gestalt therapy
#7
Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of long-term opioid use?
Tolerance
Physical dependence
Hypotension
Respiratory depression
#8
What is the primary goal of multimodal analgesia?
To use multiple types of analgesics simultaneously
To administer analgesia through multiple routes
To treat pain using various non-pharmacological methods
To achieve better pain control with fewer side effects
#9
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of neuropathic pain?
Pain worsens with physical activity
Pain is well-localized
Pain is typically described as dull or aching
Pain is often accompanied by abnormal sensations like burning or tingling
#10
Which of the following is a potential side effect of opioid therapy?
Constipation
Hypertension
Insomnia
Weight gain
#11
Which region of the brain is heavily involved in the perception of pain?
Prefrontal cortex
Hippocampus
Amygdala
Thalamus
#12
What is the mechanism of action of NSAIDs in pain management?
Blocking mu-opioid receptors
Inhibiting COX enzymes
Increasing serotonin release
Activating kappa-opioid receptors
#13
What is the role of the sympathetic nervous system in pain perception?
It inhibits pain signals
It amplifies pain signals
It has no effect on pain perception
It regulates blood flow to painful areas
#14
Which neurotransmitter is involved in the descending modulation of pain signals?
Serotonin
Dopamine
Glutamate
GABA
#15
What is the primary effect of corticosteroids in pain management?
Pain relief by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis
Blocking pain signals in the spinal cord
Inducing muscle relaxation
Promoting endorphin release
#16
What is the primary mechanism of action of gabapentin in pain management?
Blocking calcium channels
Increasing serotonin levels
Enhancing GABA activity
Inhibiting NMDA receptors