This course provides an evidence-based overview of pain and suffering. You'll learn to define and classify pain, understand its pathophysiology, and distinguish pain from suffering. The course emphasizes effective assessment of acute versus chronic pain and reviews management strategies, including pharmacological therapeutics, chronic pain clinical pathways, and emerging treatment options. Using a holistic framework, learners will explore practical interventions that address the body, mind, and soul to reduce suffering, improve function, and deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. |
