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Pain management: a practical approach to nursing education
Margaret S Wacker1, Jayne Pawasauskas
1University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy, Kingston, USA.
Journal of Continuing Education in Nursing
|August 16, 2002
Summary
This program offers practical pain management education for staff nurses, covering adult patients across all specialties. It includes pain assessment and common medications in short, accessible sessions.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Pain Management
- Pharmacology
Background:
- Effective pain management is crucial for adult patient care across all clinical specialties.
- Staff nurses require practical, accessible education to implement current pain management strategies.
- Existing educational programs may not adequately address the diverse needs of staff nurses in pain management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a practical educational program for staff nurses focused on pain management.
- To provide content suitable for adult patients in various clinical settings.
- To enhance nurses' knowledge of pain assessment and analgesic/adjuvant medications.
Main Methods:
- A nine-session educational program was developed.
- Each session is 10-20 minutes long, focusing on pain assessment and medications.
- Content is delivered via Microsoft PowerPoint in three formats: slides, notes, and handouts.
Main Results:
- The program provides a structured approach to pain management education.
- Content is designed for broad applicability across adult patient populations and specialties.
- Educational materials are available in multiple formats for flexible learning.
Conclusions:
- This program offers a practical and adaptable educational resource for staff nurses.
- The modular, multi-format approach supports efficient knowledge transfer in pain management.
- Implementing this program can enhance nursing staff's competency in managing adult patient pain.