1. Describe the characteristics and role of each of the following in the pain pathway: a. nociceptor b. C fibers c. spinothalamic tract d. parietal lobe e. reticular formation f. endorphins and...

1. Describe the characteristics and role of each of the following in the pain pathway:

a. nociceptor

b. C fibers

c. spinothalamic tract

d. parietal lobe

e. reticular formation

f. endorphins and enkephalins

2. Define and give an example of referred pain.

3. Differentiate the characteristics of acute and intractable pain.

4. List several factors that can alter the perception of pain and the response to pain.

5. Briefly describe six possible methods of pain control.