#1
Which class of medications is commonly used for mild to moderate pain relief?
Antibiotics
Antidepressants
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Antipsychotics
#2
What is the recommended first-line treatment for neuropathic pain?
Corticosteroids
Muscle relaxants
Anticonvulsants
Beta-blockers
#3
What is the primary goal of multimodal analgesia in pain management?
To rely on a single mode of pain relief
To address pain through various mechanisms and reduce side effects
To prioritize surgical interventions
To eliminate the need for pain assessment
#4
What is the primary purpose of the WHO Analgesic Ladder in pain management?
To categorize pain severity based on patient reports
To guide the selection of analgesic medications based on pain intensity
To assess the psychological aspects of pain
To determine the optimal surgical intervention
#5
Which of the following is a potential side effect of prolonged NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) use in pain management?
Sedation
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Respiratory depression
Hypertension
#6
What is the primary function of opioids in pain management?
Reducing inflammation
Blocking pain signals in the brain and spinal cord
Increasing blood flow to the affected area
Enhancing the immune system
#7
Which pain assessment scale is commonly used to assess pain intensity in non-verbal patients?
Numeric Rating Scale (NRS)
Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Wong-Baker FACES Pain Rating Scale
McGill Pain Questionnaire
#8
In pain management, what does the term 'breakthrough pain' refer to?
Sudden and intense pain that occurs despite baseline pain medication
Pain that occurs only during physical activity
Pain that gradually increases over time
Pain caused by psychological factors
#9
Which of the following is a potential side effect of long-term opioid use?
Hypertension
Respiratory depression
Increased appetite
Enhanced cognitive function
#10
Which of the following is a common non-opioid analgesic used for mild to moderate pain and has anti-inflammatory properties?
Acetaminophen
Morphine
Fentanyl
Oxycodone
#11
What is the purpose of a patient-controlled analgesia (PCA) pump?
To administer medication automatically at scheduled intervals
To allow patients to self-administer controlled doses of pain medication
To measure vital signs
To monitor fluid balance
#12
What is the term for the phenomenon where a patient requires increasing doses of a medication to maintain the same level of pain relief?
Tolerance
Withdrawal
Addiction
Dependency
#13
Which non-pharmacological approach is commonly used for chronic pain management and involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body?
Acupuncture
Massage therapy
Chiropractic care
Aromatherapy
#14
What is the purpose of a transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) unit in pain management?
Reducing inflammation
Providing heat therapy
Blocking pain signals through electrical stimulation
Administering medication topically
#15
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with the modulation of pain perception?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
Endorphins
#16
In pain management, what does the acronym 'RICE' stand for?
Rapid Intervention for Chronic Edema
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Reducing Inflammation through Continuous Exercise
Rehabilitation Involving Comprehensive Exercise
#17
Which neurotransmitter is associated with the perception of acute pain and is released in response to tissue injury?
Glutamate
Norepinephrine
Dopamine
Serotonin