Pain catastrophizing
Osheeca J. Thompson, Keesha Powell-Roach, Janiece L. Taylor, Ellen L. Terry, Staja Q. Booker
Abstract
ABSTRACT: Pain is a subjective experience and its perception and expression vary widely. Pain catastrophizing, which refers to patients' thoughts or feelings about their pain, may impact their communication of pain and nurses' subsequent response. This article discusses how nurses can more readily recognize, assess, and manage pain catastrophizing.
Topics & Concepts
FeelingPain catastrophizingMedicinePhysical therapyPerceptionPsychologyPain perceptionPhysical medicine and rehabilitationPain managementPain sensationMusculoskeletal painChronic painPain Management and Opioid UsePediatric Pain Management TechniquesMusic Therapy and Health