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Pain Management Strategies: A Mechanism-Based Approach
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Course
Learn evidence-based pain management strategies through a mechanism-based approach. Explore assessment, treatment options, and interdisciplinary techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Course
Pain Management Strategies: A Mechanism-Based Approach
1.0 Credit / CME HourText
Learn evidence-based pain management strategies through a mechanism-based approach. Explore assessment, treatment options, and interdisciplinary techniques to improve patient outcomes.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Outline the primary pain pathways and mechanisms involved in pain perception and modulation.
Identify the distinguishing features and underlying mechanisms of nociceptive, neuropathic, and centralized pain.
Evaluate the role of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies in mechanism-based pain management.
Apply a comprehensive, mechanism-based approach to assessing and managing pain in clinical nursing practice.
Apply individualized, evidence-based, and non-stigmatizing strategies for managing acute and chronic pain in patients with sickle cell disease.
Course description
Effective pain management is a cornerstone of quality patient care, yet many healthcare professionals struggle to navigate the complexities of pain mechanisms and treatment strategies. Advances in pain neuroscience have revealed that pain is not merely a symptom but a dynamic process involving intricate neural pathways, central sensitization, and biopsychosocial influences. A mechanism-based approach equips providers with the knowledge to differentiate between nociceptive, neuropathic, and centralized pain, allowing for more precise interventions and improved patient outcomes. Understanding the interplay of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies fosters a multimodal approach that enhances efficacy while minimizing risks. This course delivers an evidence-based framework for assessing, diagnosing, and treating pain with a focus on contemporary research, clinical applications, and best practices. By integrating the latest advancements with practical strategies, healthcare professionals can elevate their approach to pain management, ensuring safe, effective, and individualized patient care. The course also addresses the distinct treatment considerations for acute and chronic pain in patients with sickle cell disease, including vaso-occlusive crises, individualized opioid dosing, multimodal treatment, and coordinated specialty care.
Course content
Introduction
Primary Pain Types
Pain Pathways and Mechanisms
Psychological Mechanisms in Pain
Central Sensitization and Chronic PainÂ
Pharmacologic Therapies: Mechanism-Based Targets
Non-pharmacologic therapies and Multimodal Approaches
Treatment of Pain in Sickle Cell DiseaseÂ
Mechanism-based treatment Planning in Nursing Practice
Conclusion
Course details
Release Date03/26/2025
Expiration Date03/26/2028
Review Date03/26/2028
ACPE UAN0657-0000-25-031-H08-P 0657-0000-25-031-H08-T
CE Broker ID20-1293263
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Peter A. Kreckel, RPh is a most unique breed of community pharmacist. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of Pittsburgh School of Pharmacy. He has practiced independent community pharmacy for his entire career. He began his teaching career at St. Francis University in 2005, in the Department of Physician Assistant Sciences. For the past 16 years, he has taught Pharmacology to over 700 Physician Assistant Science students in their didactic year. He teaches all disciplines year-round, from Antibiotic therapy to Ob-Gyn.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Registered Social Worker AssistantLicensed Nursing AssistantDentistPharmacy TechnicianCertified Respiratory TherapistSpeech-Language Pathologist LtdAudiology AssistantLicensed Vocational NurseLicensed Addiction Counselor SupervisorResidential Plumbing InspectorRespiratory TherapistCertified Addiction Counselor IILicensed Certified Social WorkerAudiologist InternAdvanced Dental AssistantCertified Nursing AssistantSpeech-Language Pathology AssistantGeneral DentistAdvanced Practice Registered NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistCertified Nurse AidesNursing Assistive PersonnelPhysical Therapy AssistantAutonomous Advanced Practice Registered NurseBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Masters Social WorkerSocial Worker InternDental Assistant RadiographerLicensed Independent Social Worker DualCertified Nurse SpecialistChemical Dependency Counselor AssistantLicensed Professional Clinical CounselorAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersRegistered NursePharmacistLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Addiction CounselorOccupational TherapistLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist SupervisorAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeAudiology InternLicensed Clinical Social WorkerChemical Dependency CounselorLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeLicensed Marriage and Family TherapistMaster's Social WorkLicensed Professional CounselorPhysical TherapistExpanded Function Dental AssistantDenturistCertified Addiction Counselor INurse PractitionerConsultant PharmacistLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseDental HygienistSpeech-Language Pathologist - SAAudiologist Special VolunteerPsychiatric NurseLicensed Clinical Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Marriage and Family Therapist InternLicensed Independent Marriage and Family TherapistLicensed Mental Health CounselorDental AssistantLicensed Independent Social WorkerSpeech-Language Pathology InternResidential Plans ExaminerRegistered Nurse PractitionerLicensed Professional Counselor SupervisorSpeech-Language Pathologist Special VolunteerLicensed Specialist Clinical Social WorkerPublic Health NurseForensic Nurse-CSADental LabOccupational Therapy AssistantCertified Master Social WorkerHealth Access DentistDental TherapistExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryLicensed Practical NurseCertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorRegistered Dental AssistantLicensed Mental Health Counselor InternRegistered Respiratory TherapistRespiratory Care Practitioner Critical CareSpeech-Language PathologistLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerCertified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeLicensed Graduate Social WorkerRespiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical CareRespiratory Care PractitionerAudiologistDental TechnicianAdvanced Practice NursesCertified Nursing Assistant
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for occupational therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Pain Management Strategies: A Mechanism-Based Approach", provides 1 contact hour of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Registered Social Worker Assistant, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist Ltd, Audiology Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Licensed Addiction Counselor Supervisor, Residential Plumbing Inspector, Respiratory Therapist, Certified Addiction Counselor II, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Audiologist Intern, Advanced Dental Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, General Dentist, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Certified Nurse Aides, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Physical Therapy Assistant, Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Social Worker Intern, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nurse Specialist, Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Registered Nurse, Pharmacist, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Addiction Counselor, Occupational Therapist, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Audiology Intern, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Chemical Dependency Counselor, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Master's Social Work, Licensed Professional Counselor, Physical Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Denturist, Certified Addiction Counselor I, Nurse Practitioner, Consultant Pharmacist, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Dental Hygienist, Speech-Language Pathologist - SA, Audiologist Special Volunteer, Psychiatric Nurse, Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Intern, Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dental Assistant, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Speech-Language Pathology Intern, Residential Plans Examiner, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor, Speech-Language Pathologist Special Volunteer, Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker, Public Health Nurse, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Dental Lab, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Certified Master Social Worker, Health Access Dentist, Dental Therapist, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Licensed Practical Nurse, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Registered Dental Assistant, Licensed Mental Health Counselor Intern, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Speech-Language Pathologist, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Audiologist, Dental Technician, Advanced Practice Nurses, Certified Nursing Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
Most helpful reviews
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Pr
Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
Verified reviewPr
Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
Cr
Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
Al
Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner, Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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