What sympathetic responses to pain might be assessed by the nurse?

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Sympathetic responses to pain include increased blood pressure, increased pulse, and increased respiratory rate. These responses are due to the release of adrenaline and noradrenaline in response to the pain stimulus. Option B is incorrect as it suggests that sympathetic responses lead to decreased blood pressure and pulse, which is not the case. Option C is incorrect as it suggests a decrease in pulse, which is not true. Option D is incorrect as it suggests a decrease in blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rate which is not the case.

What Sympathetic Responses to Pain Might Be Assessed by the Nurse