The page discusses the importance of pain assessment and management in patient care, emphasizing that pain is subjective and varies among individuals. Nurses play a vital role in this process by condu...The page discusses the importance of pain assessment and management in patient care, emphasizing that pain is subjective and varies among individuals. Nurses play a vital role in this process by conducting assessments to understand the patient's description and severity of pain, which informs the use of both pharmacological and nonpharmacological interventions.
This page discusses various musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders, including osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, bone fractures, muscular dystrophy, connective tissue diseases like systemic lupus ...This page discusses various musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders, including osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, bone fractures, muscular dystrophy, connective tissue diseases like systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis, and soft tissue injuries. It outlines the causes, symptoms, diagnostic methods, and treatment strategies for each condition, emphasizing both pharmacological and nonpharmacological interventions to manage symptoms and improve patient outcomes.