3.4.2 Painkillers

• What is the main function of painkillers?

  Reduce or eliminate pain
• Painkillers reduce inflammation by blocking pain signals from the brain.

  False
• Opioid painkillers bind to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to block pain signals.
• What is a common side effect of non-opioid painkillers like ibuprofen?

  Kidney damage
• What factors determine the choice of painkiller for a patient?

  Type and severity of pain
• Opioid painkillers bind to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to block pain signals
• Opioid painkillers directly interact with opioid receptors in the central nervous system


  True
• Opioid painkillers bind to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord to block pain signals
• What is the primary mechanism of action for opioid painkillers?

  Inhibit pain signal transmission
• Examples of opioid painkillers include morphine, codeine, and tramadol
• Opioid painkillers provide strong pain relief but can cause side effects like sedation, nausea, and respiratory depression
• Opioid painkillers can cause addiction

  True
• Opioid painkillers are more effective for severe pain as they bind to opioid receptors
• Opioid painkillers are highly effective for severe pain


  True
• Excessive use of non-opioid painkillers can lead to organ damage
• Opioid painkillers bind to opioid receptors in the brain and spinal cord.
• How do non-opioid painkillers reduce pain?

  Reduce inflammation
• Opioid painkillers provide strong pain relief but can cause addiction as a side effect.


  True
• Match the type of painkiller with its mechanism:

  Opioid Painkillers ↔️ Bind to opioid receptors

  Non-Opioid Painkillers ↔️ Reduce inflammation
• Non-opioid painkillers reduce inflammation by blocking the production of chemicals that cause pain.


  True
• Non-opioid painkillers reduce inflammation and block the production of chemicals that cause pain
• Non-opioid painkillers reduce inflammation and block pain-causing chemicals


  True
• Non-opioid painkillers reduce inflammation and block the production of chemicals that cause pain
• What is the primary mechanism of action for non-opioid painkillers?

  Reduce inflammation
• Examples of non-opioid painkillers include paracetamol, ibuprofen, and aspirin
• Non-opioid painkillers offer mild to moderate pain relief but may cause side effects like stomach upset or liver damage
• Non-opioid painkillers like ibuprofen can cause kidney damage with prolonged use

  True
• Non-opioid painkillers are better for mild to moderate pain as they reduce inflammation
• Non-opioid painkillers are moderately effective for mild to moderate pain


  True
• Long-term use of any painkiller should be monitored by a healthcare professional