Chronic Pain and Pain Management Quiz

Endorphins are natural pain relievers produced by the body in response to stress and pain.

Low back pain is a prevalent type of chronic pain affecting millions worldwide.

Acupuncture involves inserting thin needles into specific points on the body to alleviate pain by stimulating nerves and releasing endorphins.

NSAIDs are commonly recommended as first-line treatment for acute pain due to their anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Gabapentin is commonly prescribed for neuropathic pain as it blocks calcium channels, reducing abnormal pain signals.

CBT helps patients manage pain by identifying and changing negative thoughts and behaviors.

Hypotension (low blood pressure) is not typically associated with long-term opioid use, unlike constipation, respiratory depression, and addiction.

Multimodal analgesia combines different medications and techniques to target pain from multiple angles, improving efficacy and reducing side effects.

Neuropathic pain arises from nerve damage or dysfunction and is often described as burning, shooting, or tingling.

Constipation is a common side effect of opioid therapy due to decreased gastrointestinal motility.

The thalamus is a key relay center for sensory information, including pain signals, in the brain.

NSAIDs work by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing the production of prostaglandins that cause pain and inflammation.

The sympathetic nervous system can amplify pain signals, contributing to the perception of pain.

Serotonin plays a role in the descending modulation of pain signals, helping to inhibit pain transmission in the spinal cord.

Corticosteroids reduce inflammation and pain by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins.

Gabapentin reduces pain by blocking calcium channels in the nervous system, thereby inhibiting the transmission of pain signals.