Course Code: REL-PAC-0-ASPM
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Discuss how to observe and collect responses about pain.
Describe at least two actions you can take to reduce a person's pain.
Identify factors that affect pain.
Explain what information to report to the nurse concerning the person's pain.
Outline:
Section 1: Understanding Pain
Definition and Types of Pain
Factors Affecting Pain
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Evaluating Pain
Recognize and Report Pain
Reporting Pain
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Managing Pain
Interventions to Reduce Pain
Pharmacologic Pain Management
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Special Considerations in Pain Management
Addressing Culture
Review
Key Takeaways
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Subject Matter Expert: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN
Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Direct Care Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.