Postoperative Pain Control

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (87 Reviews)

Credits

1.50

Post Assessment Questions

11

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

30 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

90 Minutes


 
Need Help?  If you have a system or content concerns, please contact support@statpearls.com

Activity Description

The goal of postoperative pain control is to reduce the negative consequences of acute postsurgical pain and help the patient transition smoothly back to normal function. Traditionally, opioid analgesic therapy has served as the mainstay of treatment for acute postoperative pain. However, opioid misuse has led to increasing demands for more investigative efforts into developing pain treatment strategies that emphasize using a multimodal approach.


This activity explores the repercussions of inadequate pain control, emphasizing the increased risk of chronic pain and patient dissatisfaction. Learners grasp the significance of optimized postoperative pain control in improving immediate outcomes, reducing hospital stays, and enhancing overall patient satisfaction. By participating in this course, the interprofessional team enhances its competence in navigating the complexities of postoperative pain management, ultimately contributing to superior patient care and outcomes. Through collaborative efforts, the healthcare team ensures comprehensive care that addresses the multifaceted aspects of postoperative pain.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the indications and contraindications for postoperative pain control.

  • Select the equipment, personnel, preparation, and technique needed for postoperative pain control.

  • Review and evaluate the potential complications and clinical significance of postoperative pain control.

  • Coordinate interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and communication to improve postoperative pain control and patient outcomes following surgery.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
  • E-mail Address

Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

Reviews

Julie J. on 4/24/2021

Bhupendra M. on 5/1/2021

Joseph G. on 6/21/2021

Bernadette G. on 8/24/2021

Nima N. on 12/25/2021

Beverly P. on 2/2/2022

Louie L. on 4/15/2022

Luis G. on 5/15/2022

Annastasia S. on 5/23/2022

ALI H. on 7/4/2022

Jennifer L. on 7/4/2022

Tiffany R. on 8/12/2022

hary a. on 9/8/2022

Ashley H. on 9/27/2022

Christine G. on 10/10/2022

Dwayne W. on 11/18/2022

Julie Z. on 11/21/2022

Carla B. on 11/30/2022

Mary Grace D. on 12/5/2022

Michael F. on 12/12/2022

A C. on 12/13/2022

David H. on 12/28/2022

Vishal A. on 1/1/2023

Denise M. on 1/3/2023

judy s. on 2/2/2023

David M. on 2/5/2023

Lesly P. on 2/24/2023

Sherilyn F. on 3/21/2023

Justin H. on 6/1/2023

Missak K. on 5/28/2023

Peter M. on 6/4/2023

Donna P. on 6/17/2023

Mary Grace D. on 6/19/2023

Dat N. on 6/19/2023

John H. on 6/22/2023

Tom C. on 6/24/2023

Joseph F. on 6/25/2023

Rachel K. on 7/29/2023

Sara L. on 8/6/2023

Brianne o. on 7/28/2023

Byron L. on 8/15/2023

Sadie H. on 8/21/2023

Kenneth K. on 9/8/2023

Dr K. on 9/10/2023

Susan M. on 9/17/2023

Humayun Z. on 9/25/2023

Celynne A. on 10/2/2023

Adam M. on 10/4/2023

Preman S. on 10/4/2023

Jiyoun C. on 10/21/2023

Vincent M. on 10/15/2023

Tami O. on 10/19/2023

Stephen l. on 10/19/2023

Tiffany B. on 10/26/2023

Kelly N. on 11/6/2023

Michael M. on 11/7/2023

Sana U. on 11/21/2023

Laurie C. on 11/28/2023

Michael H. on 12/5/2023

Elizabeth T. on 12/6/2023

David M. on 12/12/2023

Jennifer S. on 12/18/2023

Egal G. on 12/18/2023

Courtney a. on 12/19/2023

Michael G. on 12/20/2023

Adrian D. on 12/21/2023

sarah S. on 12/22/2023

Rene G. on 12/23/2023

Tim d. on 12/28/2023

James G. on 12/29/2023

Christopher D. on 12/31/2023

Timothy M. on 12/31/2023

Suzanne T. on 12/31/2023

Stephen l. on 1/16/2024

Ivel D. on 1/24/2024

John L. on 1/27/2024

Christopher M. on 1/29/2024

Amanda K. on 2/1/2024

Caitlin F. on 2/5/2024

David T. on 2/11/2024

Lisa I. on 2/14/2024

Wassim E. on 2/26/2024

Dana W. on 3/9/2024

Jennifer B. on 3/21/2024

Ashley L. on 4/4/2024

Anna t. on 4/6/2024

Jessica C. on 4/15/2024

Unlimited Physician CME

Stay up to date on the latest medical knowledge with 6673 CME activities. In these online self-assessment activities, read our reference articles and test your knowledge with more than 7923.5 hours of CME.

Learn About Lifetime CME

Single Activity

Take this single activity

$39 1 activity

6 Month Unlimited Physician CME

Access to all the Unlimited Physician CME activities in all specialties.

$399 per half year per user

1 Year Unlimited Physician CME

Access to all the Unlimited Physician CME activities in all specialties.

$599 per 1 year per user