Management of Malignant Pain in the Era of an Opioid Epidemic - M. D. Keiser - 20170913

This presentation reviews strategies for managing pain in an oncology setting while considering risk factors for opioid abuse and addiction. Information also provides a review of the pathophysiology and types of pain as well as opioid and non-opioid pain management options for oncology patients. Lecture Objectives: • Review the pathophysiology of pain. • Explain the mechanisms of action of opioid and non-opioid analgesics. • Compare and contrast characteristics of analgesics and their place in therapy. • Recognize risk factors for opioid misuse. This lecture was presented as part of the RN and Allied Health Lecture Series.

Meredith D. Keisler PharmD

9/13/2017 3:30:00 PM