Handbook of Pain Relief in Older Adults: An Evidence-Based Approach

Handbook of Pain Relief in Older Adults: An Evidence-Based Approach
ISBN-10
1592596681
ISBN-13
9781592596683
Category
Medical
Pages
264
Language
English
Published
2003-12-17
Publisher
Springer Science & Business Media
Author
F. Michael Gloth III

Description

A comprehensive assessment of the clinical, psychological, legal, and cultural aspects of dealing with unnecessary pain in the elderly. The authors explore pharmacotherapy (nonopioids, opioids, and adjuvants), interventional strategies, the role of rehabilitation in managing pain in seniors, and the problems of pain management in long-term care. Supplementary features include continuing medical education (CME) certification, a CME posttest and evaluation to be completed and submitted for credit, and an appendix of analgesics that details starting oral doses, maximum daily oral doses, and special considerations for the elderly. 6.5 AMA/PRA category 1 CME credits with completion of included test.

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