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Pain in the Elderly

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Pain in the Elderly
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This module provides nurses with a comprehensive understanding of age-related changes influencing pain perception, common pain conditions in the elderly, and the importance of recognising cognitive, psychological, and social factors that affect assessment and management. It emphasises accurate, compassionate pain assessment using evidence-based tools suitable for older adults, including those with communication or cognitive impairments, and promotes person-centred, holistic management that integrates pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and psychosocial interventions to enhance comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

Pain in the Elderly

This module provides nurses with a comprehensive understanding of age-related changes influencing pain perception, common pain conditions in the elderly, and the importance of recognising cognitive, psychological, and social factors that affect assessment and management. It emphasises accurate, compassionate pain assessment using evidence-based tools suitable for older adults, including those with communication or cognitive impairments, and promotes person-centred, holistic management that integrates pharmacological, non-pharmacological, and psychosocial interventions to enhance comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
30.00
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Area/s of Study

  • Acute care
  • Aged care
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Paid Content Paid Content

Members: $0.00

Non-Members: $30.00

Content Type: Elearning module

CPD Hours: 2.00

Created: Friday, 21 November 2025

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