Course Description
Pain management plays a crucial role in healthcare by addressing the multifaceted nature of pain. Effective pain management is essential for improving the quality of life for patients, as it helps alleviate suffering and enables individuals to engage in daily activities. It involves a comprehensive approach that includes thorough clinical assessments, appropriate use of medications, and the integration of non-pharmacological therapies.
By managing pain effectively, healthcare providers can prevent the negative consequences of untreated pain, such as physical and psychological distress, and reduce the risk of complications like the opioid epidemic. Additionally, pain management supports the healing process, enhances patient satisfaction, and promotes overall well-being.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the learner will be able to:
- Define types of pain
- Identify factors that influence pain.
- Discuss complementary non-pharmacological therapies used to control pain.
- Describe nursing interventions for pain control.
Intended Audience
This educational activity was developed for nurses.
CE Information
This course is approved for 1.0 contact hours by the Florida and California State Boards of Nursing.
Course Authors
This course was written by Tonya Dixon, RN, MSN, MBA, MPH and Brenda Kozak, DNP, MSN, RN, CNE.
Tonya received her Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Business Administration and her Master of Public Health from Saint Xavier University of Chicago in Illinois.
Brenda has over 25 years of clinical experience in nursing practice and is a certified nurse educator. She earned her Doctorate in Nursing Practice along with a Master of Science in Nursing with a focus on education.