Course Code: REL-RTS-0-PMPPP
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Define the typical trajectory of postoperative pain management.
Identify predictors of persistent postoperative pain.
Choose evidence-based interventions for persistent postoperative pain management.
Outline:
Section 1: Overview of Postoperative Pain
Acute Postoperative Pain
Postsurgical Pain Management for Older Adults
Meet Ms. Quinn
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Persistent Postoperative Pain
What Is Persistent Postoperative Pain?
Characteristics of PPP
Clinical Presentation & Considerations
Ms. Quinn’s Progress Report
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Therapy Role in Persistent Pain Management
Prevention Strategies
Cognitive Orientation Interventions
Therapeutic Interventions
Ms. Quinn’s PPP Plan
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
Resources
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Subject Matter Expert: Nicole Fogarty, PT, DPT
Nicole Fogarty holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Northeastern University. She has experience treating patients with cardiopulmonary, orthopedic, and neurological impairments in the inpatient setting. She also has experience in outpatient orthopedics. She has additional training in medical screening, lumbopelvic examination and treatment, and treatment of patients with cardiopulmonary diseases. Nicole enjoys using her clinical experience and interest in current rehabilitation research as a Physical Therapy writer for Relias.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Basic level Physical Therapist; Introductory level Occupational Therapist; in the following settings: Rehabilitation Settings.
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To earn continuing education credit for this course you must achieve a passing score of 80% on the post-test and complete the course evaluation.
Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.