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Organizational barriers in opioid use

K Redmond1

  • 1Department of Nursing Studies, University College Dublin, Ireland. redmondk@iveagh.ucd.ie

Supportive Care in Cancer : Official Journal of the Multinational Association of Supportive Care in Cancer
|December 24, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Many cancer patients suffer from uncontrolled pain due to organizational barriers and lack of knowledge in pain management. Addressing these issues, including opioid misconceptions and regulatory hurdles, is crucial for improving patient care.

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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Pain Management
  • Healthcare Administration

Background:

  • Despite available knowledge and means, many cancer patients experience inadequate pain relief.
  • Significant gaps exist in healthcare professionals' understanding of modern pain control methods.
  • Myths and misconceptions surrounding opioid use contribute to under-treatment of cancer pain.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore organizational barriers hindering effective cancer pain management.
  • To identify factors contributing to suboptimal pain control in cancer patients.
  • To discuss strategies for overcoming identified barriers in pain management.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review on pain management practices and barriers.
  • Analysis of organizational and systemic factors affecting pain control.
  • Examination of healthcare professional knowledge and attitudes towards pain management.

Main Results:

  • Healthcare providers often lack knowledge of advanced pain control techniques.
  • Fragmentation of care and poor communication between settings impede pain management continuity.
  • Bureaucratic regulations and fears regarding opioid misuse create additional obstacles.

Conclusions:

  • Organizational barriers, including knowledge deficits and regulatory issues, significantly impact cancer pain management.
  • Improving pain management requires addressing healthcare professional education, care coordination, and policy.
  • Overcoming these barriers is essential to ensure cancer patients receive adequate pain relief.

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