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Pain affects more Americans than diabetes, cancer and heart disease combined. Participate in this module to better understand the concept of pain, learn to utilize appropriate screening tools and management strategies based on age, health conditions and risks. This module will enable you to become familiar with both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches to pain management.

This learning module, created by Jason Gruss, discusses pain management. By the end of the presentation, learners should be able to: (1) discuss the concept of pain management for the older adult by examining national guidelines and strategies for pain management for the older adult; (2) identify the potential effects of pain on an older adult including function and quality of life; (3) apply screening tools and pain management strategies available for the treatment of pain among older adults based on age and health conditions and risks; and (4) become familiar with pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic therapies for older adults with pain. Registration is required to access the material but there is no charge.

Source: ENGAGE-IL, 2022
https://engageil.com/health-professional-ce/