The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about the management of acute pain. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• To identify the signs and symptoms of certain pain problems or diagnoses
• To explain the physiologic causes of pain in these patients
• To discuss current treatment approaches for managing these specific pain problems

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about analgestic agents. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• To list the types of pharmacotherapies used to manage pain and compare the mechanisms of action, uses
• Dosage forms, routes of administration
• Dosages and side effects of the various options
• Recognize signs of unintended sedation and respiratory depression

The purpose of this program is to inform nurses about chonic pain management.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• To identify the signs and symptoms of certain pain problems or diagnoses
• To explain the physiologic causes of pain in these patients
• To discuss current treatment approaches for managing these specific pain problems

• To recognize the role of the nurse in the management of pain and the standards that govern their practice
• To discuss the multidisciplinary team model that can enhance the quality of pain management
• To explain ethical considerations that may arise in managing a patient’s pain

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about interventional pain management.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• To discuss the types of interventional pain management techniques, their indications and complications
• To describe pre and post care management concerns for patients who undergo interventional pain management procedures

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about non-pharmacologic pain modalities.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to - 

• To describe the psychological and physical methods of non-pharmacologic pain modalities
• To explain the role of CAM (Complementary/Alternative Medicine) in pain management

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pain assessment.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• Summarize the key elements of a complete pain assessment and the tools/techniques that can be used
• Identify modifications of the assessment required for specialty populations
• Define allodynia, hyper analgesia, hypnoanalgesia and analgesia
• Discuss coping strategies for the patient in pain
• Formulate successful goals for pain management

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about pain management interventions. After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• To discuss pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of pain management
• Define and discuss side effects, adverse reactions and allergic reactions
• Identify the three analgesic groups
• Illustrate the key principles of analgesic therapy

The purpose of this program is to educate the learner about patient pain education.  After studying the information presented here, you will be able to-

• To identify the application of teaching and learning principles in patient education
• Discuss the barriers to patient/family education in pain management
• Describe the key aspects of crisis management