DESCRIPTION
This is an advanced course on pain management.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
- Identify the three dimensions of pain and the difference between acute and chronic pain.
- Recognize the various pain measurement tools commonly used for a specific patient population.
- Describe the key elements of using pain assessment as an outcome measure.
- Explain factors that may contribute to pain and how clinicians may utilize the LEARN model to improve on pain assessment and intervention.
Continuing Education Credits
Approved for 2.5 CE/Contact Hours for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in Florida.
Course Details
Must pass final quiz with 80% or more; may re-take as often as needed.
Tags: 2.5 CE/Contact Hours, Acute Pain, Chronic Pain, Florida Board of Nursing, FL BON, Florida Certified Nursing Assistants, FL CNA, Pain Measurement, Therapeutic Activities