Advanced Pain Management in Long-Term Care Alzheimer's Disease Online Course supervisors

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This educational activity is appropriate for all staff who interact with residents who face mental health concerns and are not involved with medication administration

Those who provide supervision for others must learn and practice the art of delegation

Staff working with residents who have mental health issues are expected to have competencies to deal with this population

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Advanced Pain Management in Long-Term Care Alzheimer's Disease Online Course supervisorsPain is a widespread concern for long term care (LTC) residents and those who care for them. In LTC, pain is prevalent, but often under reported, under detected, under assessed, and under treated. Regulatory authorities expect pain to be assessed and managed as do residents and their families. This educational activity defines pain and explores advanced pharmacological and non pharmacological pain management strategies that promote the highest