University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences eLearning Environment Internet-based Studies in Education and Research
INTRODUCTION
SURVEY
PRE-TEST
An Older Adult with Chronic Low Back Pain
POST-TEST
EVALUATION
CERTIFICATE
Credit Hours: CME 1.00
This case emphasizes the commonplace nature of imaging-identified degenerative pathology in older adults, even in those that are pain-free, and the importance of comprehensive assessment and precise treatment targeting to afford optimal outcomes in older adults with chronic low back +/- leg pain.
The target audience is primary care physicians.
Upon successful completion of this continuing pharmacy education program, the participant should be able to:
- Describe the components of a comprehensive stepped-care approach to pain management in the older adult with chronic low back pain.
- Employ the skills needed to perform a musculoskeletal examination on their future patients with chronic low back pain that is designed to identify pain contributors and potential treatment targets.
- Describe key components of biopsychosocial assessment in the older adult with chronic non-cancer pain.
Morone NE, Weiner DK. Pain as the fifth vital sign: Exposing the vital need for pain education. Clin Ther. 2013 Nov;35(11):1728-32. (https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S014929181301014X)
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No relationships with industry relevant to the content of this educational activity have been disclosed.
No relationships with industry relevant to the content of this educational activity have been disclosed.
No relationships with industry relevant to the content of this educational activity have been disclosed.
No relationships with industry relevant to the content of this educational activity have been disclosed.
This activity is approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
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