Chronic Non-Malignant Pain
| Author: | Cathy D. Trame, MS, RN, CNS and April Hickey, MSN, RN, CNS. The authors have no vested interest. |
| Expiration Date: | 6/1/2012 |
| Purpose: | The purpose of this study is to provide nurses a better understanding of chronic non-malignant pain. |
Sponsored by Ohio Nurses Foundation
Upon completion of this independent study course, the learner will be able to:
1 Define chronic non-malignant pain.
2 Describe the pathophysiololgic process of chronic non-malignant pain.
3 Describe pharmacologic interventions appropriate for the treatment of chronic pain.
4 List 4 behavioral modification strategies to reduce pain sensations.
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"This independent study has been underwritten by an unrestricted grant by Purdue Pharma.
Accreditation/approval refers to recognition of educational activities only and does not
imply Commission on Accreditation or Ohio Nurses Foundation approval or endorsement of any product."
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The Ohio Nurses Foundation (OBN-001-01) is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credential Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
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