LPN LPN Pain Management and Comfort Measures 3

Question 1

Which assessment finding best indicates that a patient's pain medication has been effective?

Accepted Answer

The patient reports pain decreased from 8/10 to 2/10 and is able to rest

Answer

Effective pain management is indicated by a significant decrease in self-reported pain intensity along with improved function and rest.

Question 2

A patient cannot swallow oral medications due to dysphagia. Which alternative route is most appropriate for analgesic delivery?

Accepted Answer

Rectal suppository or IV route per order

Answer

When a patient cannot take oral medications due to dysphagia, alternative routes such as rectal suppository, IV, or transdermal delivery may be ordered depending on the medication.

Question 3

Breakthrough pain medication should be administered in which manner?

Accepted Answer

As needed (PRN) when the patient reports pain between scheduled doses

Answer

Breakthrough pain medications are PRN orders given when a patient experiences pain between scheduled doses, based on the patient's self-report.

Question 4

In the PQRST pain assessment acronym, what does the letter 'Q' represent?

Accepted Answer

Quality — description of the pain character such as sharp, burning, or dull

Answer

In PQRST, Q stands for Quality, which describes the nature or character of the pain (e.g., sharp, throbbing, burning, aching).

Question 5

A patient taking NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen) long-term should be monitored for which complication?

Accepted Answer

Gastrointestinal bleeding and renal impairment

Answer

Long-term NSAID use inhibits prostaglandins that protect the gastric mucosa and maintain renal perfusion, leading to GI bleeding and kidney damage.

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Test

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Practice Test

LPN LPN Pain Management and Comfort Measures 3