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Upon
successful completion of this continuing education course,
you will be able to:
1.
Define
and discuss the term pain, including the different types
of pain experienced by patients.
2.
Discuss
the etiology of pain.
3.
Identify
and discuss the various medications and protocols recommended
today for the care of patients in pain.
4.
Identify
and discuss the new standards issued by the JCAHO regarding
the management of pain in a variety of settings.
5.
Compare
the protocols and philosophies regarding pain management
found in the U.S. and several other Western countries.
6.
Identify
and discuss the various state, local, and federal regulations
relating to the management of pain.
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