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Analgesia in palliation – Key questions (1.5 CPD hours)

10 April 2013

 

Article only | Full CPD module

 

This module will offer advice on managing pain in palliative care patients, including:

  • Common pitfalls when using the WHO analgesia ladder
  • Which patients may benefit from physical treatment such as nerve blocks
  • Helpful self-help strategies and psychological interventions
  • When to introduce strong opiates for pain control

          


                      

              
              
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