| Details | Pain is one of the most common reasons why patients seek medical treatment.
Pain is an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage.
Pain is not just a physical sensation, but it is also influenced by attitudes, beliefs, personality and social factors, and it can affect emotional and mental wellbeing.
Objectives
At the end of this course learners will be able to:
1. Describe different types of pain
2. Undertake a comprehensive assessment of pain
3. Identify and carry out appropriate interventions in pain management.
4. Involve patients in their pain management. |
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