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This training course provides a framework to understand the nature and derivation of pain. A special focus will be devoted to varying understandings of pain, options for assessing pain, and treatment options. Co-occurring, comorbid conditions will be discussed with an emphasis on at-risk populations who may experience chronic pain. Supports, interventions, and strategies will be discussed aimed to improve quality of life and enhance comfort for people living with chronic pain.
https://ceyouplus.org/workshops/Painand/viewPain and Pain Management:
Supporting Individuals with Chronic Pain and Co-Occurring Conditions
Friday, April 12, 2024, 1:00 PM EDT - 4:00 PM EDT
Presenter: Christina N. Marsack-Topolewski
Course Length: 3 Hours
This workshop Offers 3 Live Interactive Continuing Education Credits
This training course provides a framework to understand the nature and derivation of pain. A special focus will be devoted to varying understandings of pain, options for assessing pain, and treatment options. Co-occurring, comorbid conditions will be discussed with an emphasis on at-risk populations who may experience chronic pain. Supports, interventions, and strategies will be discussed aimed to improve quality of life and enhance comfort for people living with chronic pain.
30 minutes: Welcome, Introduction, Orientation to the Topic
30 minutes: Statistics regarding chronic pain and pain management
30 minutes: Relevance of chronic pain and co-occurring conditions for children and adolescents
10 minutes: Break
30 minutes: Experiences and challenges of children and adolescents undergoing pain
35 minutes: Supports, strategies, and resources for children and adolescents experiencing pain and chronic pain; support for family caregivers
15minutes: Recap; Q & A