HESI Case Study Pain Questions

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HESI Case Study – Pain Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

Which type of pain arises from tissue injury or inflammation?

• Neuropathic
• Visceral

✔✔C. Nociceptive

• Psychogenic

Which pain assessment tool is commonly used for adults?

• FLACC scale

✔✔B. Numeric Rating Scale (0–10)

• Wong-Baker FACES
• COMFORT scale

Which type of pain is described as burning, tingling, or shooting?✔✔A. Neuropathic

• Nociceptive 1 / 4

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• Acute
• Somatic

What is the nurse’s priority when a patient reports sudden severe pain?

• Encourage rest
• Administer placebo

✔✔C. Perform rapid pain assessment

• Reassure the patient

Which nonpharmacologic intervention can help reduce pain perception?

• High-intensity exercise

✔✔B. Guided imagery or relaxation

• Cold showers
• Isolation

Which opioid is commonly used for moderate to severe pain?

• Ibuprofen

✔✔B. Morphine 2 / 4

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• Acetaminophen
• Aspirin

Which pain type often results from nerve compression or injury?✔✔A. Neuropathic

• Nociceptive
• Referred
• Phantom

Which factor influences an individual’s perception of pain?

• Diet only

✔✔B. Culture, past experiences, and emotions

• Hair color
• Gender exclusively

Which assessment finding indicates breakthrough pain?

• Pain controlled by scheduled medication

✔✔B. Sudden flare of pain despite ongoing analgesics 3 / 4

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• Mild discomfort only
• Chronic baseline pain

Which method is preferred to assess pain in nonverbal adults?

• Numeric scale

✔✔B. Behavioral observation (e.g., facial expressions, body movements)

• Self-report only
• Heart rate alone

Which class of medications is first-line for neuropathic pain?

• NSAIDs
• Opioids

✔✔C. Anticonvulsants (e.g., gabapentin)

• Muscle relaxants

Which nursing action ensures effective pain management?

• Assess pain only once per shift
• Provide analgesics on patient request only
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