Chronic Pain

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (192 Reviews)

Credits

2.50

Post Assessment Questions

12

Start Date

1 Jan 2023

Last Review Date

21 Jul 2023

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2025

Estimated Time To Finish

150 Minutes

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Activity Description

Over one-quarter of United States citizens suffer from chronic pain. It is among the most common complaints seen in an outpatient clinic. The failure to manage chronic pain, as well as the opioid dependence associated with chronic pain, can result in significant morbidity and mortality. This activity reviews and describes chronic pain, as well as the evaluation and treatment of chronic pain, and explains the role of the healthcare team in improving care for patients with this condition.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of individuals in nursing.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the epidemiology of chronic pain. - Sarosh we need to change
  • Select the appropriate methodology to evaluate chronic pain, including physical exam, clinical history, and work-up.
  • Apply best practices when managing chronic pain.
  • Implement interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to advance chronic pain and improve outcomes.

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