Pain Management and Comfort Measures Flashcards
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Which position is commonly used to reduce lower back pain and promote comfort in a bed-bound resident?
Answer: Semi-Fowler's with knees slightly elevated
Semi-Fowler's position with slight knee elevation reduces pressure on the lumbar spine and promotes comfort.
A CNA notices a resident is guarding their abdomen and wincing during a bath. The most appropriate action is to:
Answer: Stop the bath, ensure comfort, and report to the nurse
Guarding and wincing are signs of pain; the CNA should stop the activity, ensure comfort, and immediately report to the nurse.
Music therapy as a comfort measure works primarily by:
Answer: Distracting the resident and promoting relaxation
Music therapy promotes relaxation and distraction, which can reduce the perception of pain without treating its cause.
When documenting a resident's pain, the CNA should record:
Answer: Location, intensity, character, and what relieves or worsens the pain
Thorough pain documentation includes location, intensity, quality, and aggravating or relieving factors to support the care team's assessment.
A resident with arthritis requests a massage to their hands. The CNA should:
Answer: Perform a gentle hand massage if allowed by the care plan
Gentle massage is within the CNA's scope when permitted by the care plan and can provide significant comfort for arthritis pain.
Which of the following best describes 'chronic pain' as it applies to long-term care residents?
Answer: Persistent pain lasting three months or longer
Chronic pain is defined as pain persisting for three months or longer and is common in long-term care residents with conditions like arthritis or neuropathy.
A resident refuses to report pain because they 'don't want to bother anyone.' The CNA should:
Answer: Reassure the resident that reporting pain is important and helps the care team provide better care
Reassuring the resident that pain reporting is valued and important encourages communication and supports effective pain management.