Course Code: REL-PAC-0-PANOV
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Discuss the types of pain.
Describe the current methods of pain control.
Explain how to use the numeric pain rating scale.
Identify four signs or symptoms of pain.
Outline:
Section 1: Understanding Pain
What Is Pain?
Impact on Quality of Life
Meet Joseph
Are You Familiar With Pain?
Origins of Pain
Physical Pain
Emotional Pain
Social Pain
Spiritual Pain
Pain Experience
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Recognizing Pain
Evaluating Pain
Descriptions of Pain
Pain Quality
Pain Intensity Scales
Pain Location
Behavioral Cues
Pain’s Emotional Impact
Section 3: Relieving Pain
Managing Pain
The Pain Plan
Pain Medicine
Other Pain Treatments
Your Role in Pain Relief
Documentation
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
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: Administration; 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.