Pediatric Chronic Pain
INTRODUCTION
This continuing education activity is administered by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) as an Agency providing continuing education credit. Individuals who complete this program and earn a 70% or higher score on the post test will be awarded 1.0 NAPNAP contact hours, of which 0.25 is pharmacology, 0.25 psychopharmacology and 0.25 controlled substance content.
IMPORTANT: This continuing education activity is offered at a reduced rate to NAPNAP Members. You must be logged in using your NAPNAP Username and Password to be recognized as a Member of NAPNAP. If you are a current member of NAPNAP, and you are being asked to purchase this activity at the Non-Member rate, please contact the NAPNAP National Office at (877) 662-7627 to request assistance prior to entering any payment information.
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Target Audience
Pediatric-focused advanced practice registered nurses
Learning Objectives
- List four to five common pediatric chronic pain conditions.
- Discuss common pharmacological agents to treat chronic pain vs acute pain conditions.
- Refer to interdisciplinary specialists (PT, Psychology) to treat chronic pain, knowing what treatments to specify and what outcomes to measure.
Helen Gutin, RN, MSN, CPNP: APN in Pediatric Chronic Pain Rehabilitation Program, Cleveland Clinic, Children’s Hospital for Rehabilitation, Cleveland
FACULTY DISCLOSURES:
Ms. Gutin has no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
Available Credit
- 1.00 Contact hours