Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Practice Exam

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Which of the following classifications of pain is NOT recognized?

Duration
Predictability
Etiology
Intensity

The correct answer is: Predictability

Understanding the classifications of pain is essential in providing effective patient care. The classification based on predictability is not commonly recognized as a standalone category in pain assessment. Typically, pain is classified according to duration (acute vs. chronic), etiology (nociceptive, neuropathic, or psychogenic), and intensity (mild, moderate, or severe). Duration refers to how long the pain lasts and distinguishes between acute and chronic pain. Etiology addresses the underlying cause of the pain, while intensity measures the severity of pain experienced. These classifications are well-established in clinical practice, helping healthcare providers assess and manage pain appropriately. In contrast, predictability, while it may influence a patient's experience, is not formally recognized as a classification of pain in the same structured manner as the other categories. This limitation indicates that while predictability can provide additional context around pain experiences, it does not serve as a primary classification for diagnostic or treatment purposes.