DESCRIPTION
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, the learner 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.
Continuing Education Credits
This program has been approved for Continuing Education for 1.25 total participant hours by NAB/NCERS—Approval # 20270718-1.25-A122728-DL. This course applies to the following professions:
- Nursing Home Administrators (all states)
- Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators (most states)
Course Details
Learners must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.
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Tags: 1.25 CE/Contact Hours, Acute Pain, All States, Chronic Pain, Chronic Pain Management, NAB/NCERs Approved, Nursing Home Administrators, Older Adults, Pain Management, Pain Management in Older Adults, RCFE Administrators