Provide Support to Manage Pain and Discomfort
- Format:
- Introductory Course
- 1 Study Hour
- Online Study
- Self-Printed Certificate
- Accreditation:
- 1 CPD Hour
- CPD Certified
Course Description
This course looks at how pain and discomfort are common experiences during our lives. It is important to recognise the difference between the two within the healthcare sector, to ensure that individuals receive appropriate support and treatment.
This course looks at how pain and discomfort are common experiences during our lives. It is important to recognise the difference between the two within the healthcare sector, to ensure that individuals receive appropriate support and treatment.
The concept is illustrated with case studies and definitions of acute and chronic pain, which are further broken down into six categories. Clear diagrams describe the pain perception process (pain pathway) and how the impact of untreated pain can lead to debilitating conditions.
How are the signs and symptoms of pain described by individuals? What is the practitioner’s role in deciding how to best support the individual? Two tools to achieve this are reviewed: the pain rating scale and the pain management plan and the pain clinic is also described.
Finally the course reviews different pain management treatments in detail and the use of a pain and discomfort management diary.
Learning Objectives
On completion of this course, learners will have a good understanding of and be able to:
- Identify the reasons why individuals may experience pain and discomfort
- Describe an individual’s experience of pain and discomfort
- Describe how to record and report an individual’s pain and discomfort
- Explain the importance of monitoring an individual’s pain and discomfort
Accreditation
The content of this course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.
Certification
On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded a certificate which you will be able to download and print immediately on completion.
Duration
With approximately 30 interactive screens with multiple components, it is anticipated this course will take approximately 45 minutes-1 hour to complete, depending on learning speed.
Target Audience
The target audience are staff working directly with patients in the health and social care sector.
Entry Requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
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You will learn
- Identify the reasons why individuals may experience pain and discomfort
- Describe an individual’s experience of pain and discomfort
- Describe how to record and report an individual’s pain and discomfort
Who is it for?
- The target audience are staff working directly with patients in the health and social care sector
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