Pain is defined as a complex phenomenon that is frequently difficult for the affected person to describe and challenging for the nurse to assess effectively. In this chapter, pharmacologic approaches to pain management are explained in terms of their physiological impact. The contribution of the nurse and impact of nursing interventions are examined in relation to pain management and patient comfort.

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Pharmacology of Pain

  • Sheila Turner

摘要

Pain is defined as a complex phenomenon that is frequently difficult for the affected person to describe and challenging for the nurse to assess effectively. In this chapter, pharmacologic approaches to pain management are explained in terms of their physiological impact. The contribution of the nurse and impact of nursing interventions are examined in relation to pain management and patient comfort.