Pain Management Flashcards

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Factors influencing pain

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Culture
Anxiety-increases-catecholamine secretions tense muscles
Previous experience ~ sexual hx; unplanned pregnancy
Gate-control theory- only limited number of stimuli can get to brain ie. distractions/hypnosis
Supportive and comfortable environment

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