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Update on the cancer pain role model education program

D E Weissman1, J L Dahl

  • 1Division of Hematology/Oncology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, USA.

Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
|May 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

The Wisconsin Cancer Pain Initiative Role Model Program significantly improved cancer pain knowledge among healthcare professionals. This innovative educational approach led to substantial progress in implementing improved cancer pain management practices.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Medical Education
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • Traditional educational methods have inadequately improved cancer pain management in the U.S.
  • There is a need for novel educational strategies to enhance cancer pain care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of the expanded Wisconsin Cancer Pain Initiative Role Model Program.
  • To assess the impact of the program on participants' cancer pain knowledge and clinical practice changes.

Main Methods:

  • 196 physicians and nurse educators attended one of three role model conferences in 1992-1993.
  • Participants developed Action Plans for educational and clinical practice goals.
  • Outcomes were assessed within 12 months post-conference.

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Main Results:

  • Participants showed significant improvement in cancer pain knowledge after the 1-day conference.
  • 64% of Role Model teams met their Action Plan goals (completely or partially) within 12 months.
  • A total of 227 educational or clinical practice projects were completed.

Conclusions:

  • The Cancer Pain Role Model Program is an effective educational model.
  • The program successfully disseminates cancer pain information and promotes positive changes in clinical practice.