A patient is being treated for chronic pain. The nurse realizes that which characteristic is typical of chronic pain?

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Chronic pain may not have a clear underlying pathology and the pain rating may not always align with the actual cause of the pain. Chronic pain is defined as pain lasting for more than 3-6 months, and it may actually be more severe than acute pain due to the long-term nature of the condition.

A Patient Is Being Treated for Chronic Pain