Assessment and Management of Chronic Pain
This video presentation is the first activity in the series and provides family physicians with vital information on how to improve processes and outcomes in pain management including recognition and treatment of pain and management of pain in patients with current, past, or potential for substance abuse.
Learning Objectives
After completing this activity, the learner will be able to:
- Describe the underlying pathophysiology of chronic pain
- Identify and treat chronic pain in a more timely manner
- Perform pain assessment at initiation and throughout treatment
- Establish specific functional goals in collaboration with the patient
- Distinguish legitimate need from drug-seeking behavior
- Explain the advantages and disadvantages of individual and combination therapies
- Aggressively treat pain, including prescribing opioids when appropriate
- Anticipate and manage breakthrough pain
Accessing the Activity
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Activity 1: Assessment and Management of Chronic Pain
Activity 1: Assessment and Management of Chronic Pain
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How to Claim CME Credit for this Activity
To complete this activity and claim CME credit, visit AAFP Learning Link.
Acknowledgment of Support
Funding provided through an educational grant from Ortho-McNeil Janssen Scientific Affairs.
Pain Mgt Series
