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Digital Seminar

Pediatric Pain

A Comprehensive Primer for Interprofessional Healthcare Providers

Speaker:
Christi Strawley, DNP, CPNP-AC, FNP-C
Duration:
1 Hour 03 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Jul 14, 2023
Product Code:
POS078595
Media Type:
Digital Seminar

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Description

Join us for an insightful one-hour discussion as we delve into pediatric pain management, an essential aspect of providing optimal care for our youngest patients. The goal of this activity is for learners to be able to identify different pain conditions in children, to better understand pain in the context of child development, and to be better able to respond appropriately to pediatric pain with nonpharmacological and pharmacologic treatments. Together, we will explore evidence-based strategies for the effective assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of pain in children. The session aims to increase knowledge and improve the provision of care for children experiencing pain. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your expertise and enhance your ability to provide compassionate care to improve the lives of children experiencing pain.
 

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Christi Strawley, DNP, CPNP-AC, FNP-C's Profile

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Christi Strawley, DNP, CPNP-AC, FNP-C, has 25 years nursing experience in adult, pediatric acute and ambulatory care, and as nursing adjunct faculty. She is an expert in pediatric pain management and opioid stewardship. She currently serves as a pediatric nurse practitioner at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, in the Pediatric Pain Management Service and the Epidermolysis Bullosa Clinic. Additionally, she is an adjunct faculty at Drexel University. She is a skilled leader of clinical quality improvement initiatives. Dr. Strawley has received awards for Commitment to Excellence and Clinical Innovation.
 

Speaker Disclosures
Financial: Christi Strawley has employment relationships with the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Drexel University. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Christi Strawley is a member of the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, the American Society of Pain Management Nurses and the Pennsylvania Coalition of Nurse Practitioners.


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Objectives

  1. Knowledge – Differentiate between acute, chronic, and neuropathic pain in pediatric patients and understand the common pain conditions for each type.
  2. Comprehension – Explain the impact of pediatric pain on child development and apply their understanding of this relationship in clinical decision-making.
  3. Application – Develop a comprehensive pain management plan for a pediatric patient that integrates nonpharmacological and pharmacologic treatment options based on the patient’s age, condition, and individual needs.

Outline

Introduction and Overview: The Importance of Understanding Pain in Infants and Children
  • Historical context, inequities, and consequences of undermanaged pain
  • Pain physiology basics
  • Classification of pain
  • Common painful conditions in children
  • Pain and child development
Pain Assessment in Children
  • Tools for pain assessment
  • Scales and limitations of scales
  • Joint Commission and pain assessment
  • Focus on function
Managing Pain in Children
  • Non pharmacologic pain management
  • Analgesics: opioids and non-opioids
  • Adjuvants
  • Perioperative pain management: PCAs and regional anesthetics
Avoiding Pitfalls in Peds Pain Management
  • Barriers to appropriate pain assessment
  • Prescribing and Dosing considerations
  • Managing medication side effects

Target Audience

  • Nurses
  • Nurse Practitioners
  • APRNs
  • Physician Assistants
  • Physicians

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