3 Credit HoursPatient Safety (Mandatory)
Pain Management & Non-Opioid Alternatives
Comprehensive pain management mandated in 20+ states. Covers the biopsychosocial pain model, multimodal pain management, non-opioid pharmacological options, interventional procedures, integrative approaches, and special populations including pediatric and geriatric patients.
Topics Covered
- Biopsychosocial pain model and assessment tools
- Multimodal pain management strategies
- Non-opioid pharmacological options: NSAIDs, anticonvulsants, antidepressants
- Interventional pain procedures overview
- Integrative approaches: physical therapy, CBT, acupuncture
- Acute vs. chronic pain management protocols
- Special populations: pediatric, geriatric, and pregnant patients
- Pain management quality metrics and documentation
Exam Requirements
Review Questions
9
Throughout the course material
Final Exam Questions
15
Multiple choice, 4 options each
Passing Score
70%
Minimum requirement
Time Limit
1 Year
Self-paced from enrollment
Certificate of Completion
Upon passing the final exam, you will receive a certificate including all required fields:
- Provider name
- Program name
- Program number (upon approval)
- Program dates
- Credit hours awarded
- Instructor signature
- Your name
- Unique certificate number