DESCRIPTION
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Define pain and distinguish the differences between acute and chronic pain.
- Recognize common signs and symptoms of pain in older adults.
- Discuss the various types of drugs used for chronic pain management and problems associated with pain medications in the older adults.
- Review guidelines and best practices for safe assistance of pain medications for older adults.
This course is approved for:
- Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)
The National Continuing Education Review Service (NCERS) of the National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB) has approved this program for 1.25 CE/Contact Hours. Program Approval Code: 20240718-1.25-A94815-DL.
Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.