Understanding Pain & The Elderly
Find the 5 statements that are true.
- 1.
Some elderly people experience pain every day. Can you guess which FIVE of the following statements are true?
- A.
As people age, they are more likely to experience pain.
- B.
Older people are more likely to complain about their pain than younger people.
- C.
Pain is a normal part of getting older.
- D.
Pain is considered acute when it is temporary.
- E.
Chronic pain usually goes away within the first six months.
- F.
Someone's pain threshold could be affected by lack of sleep and/or anxiety.
- G.
Cancer is a common cause of pain for senior citizens.
- H.
Fibromyalgia causes hot, burning pain.
- I.
Some seniors may not take pain medication because they see it as a sign of weakness.
- J.
Elderly people are less sensitive to pain than younger people.
Correct Answer(s)
A. As people age, they are more likely to experience pain.
D. Pain is considered acute when it is temporary.
F. Someone's pain threshold could be affected by lack of sleep and/or anxiety.
G. Cancer is a common cause of pain for senior citizens.
I. Some seniors may not take pain medication because they see it as a sign of weakness. -
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