Need an update on approaches to pain management? This
category of sessions includes a variety of learning activities on pharmacology,
palliative medicine, chronic pain
management and others.
This session discusses the history of cannabis as medicine and provides a brief overview of the endocannabinoid system. Symptom management with cannabis, methods of use, dosing side effects, and how to assist patients in obtaining a 329 card is also addressed…
Palliative care symptom management focuses on the relief of uncomfortable symptoms in patients with life-limiting illness. These symptoms may arise as a direct result from advancing disease processes or as a side effect from disease-modifying treatment…
Many older adults develop chronic health conditions as part of aging and are often prescribed more medicines than other age groups, leading to a higher rate of exposure to potentially addictive medications. This session addresses the substance misuse issues facing the geriatric population…
This session describes less common complications of psychiatric medications affecting older adults and reviews strategies for identification and management…
This session discusses the use of adjuvant medications for pain and typical psychotropic medications used for delirium for patients with life-limiting illness in acute and long-term care settings…
This session provides information on approaches to deprescribing, including common barriers and how to address them. Discussion includes use of several tools for deprescribing potentially inappropriate medications, as well as sample scripts for introducing deprescribing to patients and families…
This presentation is designed to educate gerontology nurse practitioners on safe and effective pain management using opioids. The presentation also explores risk and vulnerabilities of older adults…
Uncontrolled symptoms lead to preventable suffering and crises for patients and loved ones. This session discusses how to improve quality of life and patient satisfaction through safe and appropriate pain management…
This session discusses THC (tetrahydrocannabinol) and CBD (cannabidiol) products, summarizes the evidence surrounding THC and CBD uses in the gerontological population, and applies appropriate treatment plans incorporating THC and CBD products…
This session reviews chronic pain conditions and how to evaluate and treat them. An update on pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments for chronic pain is also provided…
A geriatric trauma model of care that takes into account the unique physiological, physical, social, and functional differences between the old and young is essential to effective management of traumatic injuries, fall prevention, and safe transitions of care…
Although the majority of back pain is benign and temporary, the astute clinician needs to be alert for those conditions that are not benign. This session helps clinicians develop an appreciation for red flag and non-spinal causes of back pain…
Cancer treatment in the older adult can leave many new signs and symptoms in its wake. The sequela for the older adult may be different than that of the younger adult. Learning to recognize the sequela will help the advanced practice nurse provide holistic care for the older adult cancer survivor…
The ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in the community has received increased attention as our population ages and patients live longer with multiple, chronic advanced illnesses…
During this case-based session, the benefit of robust palliative care services addressing pain and symptom management for those struggling with serious illness, whether or not they are actively pursuing aggressive treatment and/or cure, are described…
Cannabis as medicine is now available in several states and Washington, DC. It may be used to treat pain, movement disorders, anxiety, nausea, and other disorders. Many of these disorders affect the older adult who may seek treatment with cannabis…
Osteoporosis and osteopenia are prevalent problems among older adults. This session provides an update on standard of care for diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up to optimize older adults’ bone health, including the application of calcium/vitamin D and newer biologic agents…
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