Pain management

 

Prescription opiates is an appropriate medical response for pain management. The prescriptions are from licensed medical professionals who are committed both ethically and professionally to prescribe responsibly. Using the internet, find an article on a physician who misused the privilege of prescribing medication for pain management. Discuss your thoughts on policy and appropriate steps to manage those who abuse the privilege to prescribe medication.

Palliative/end of life nursing care

Select 1 Non-Western modern culture and reflect on one of the following topics in that cultural context as it relates to palliative/end-of-life nursing care:
Pain management
Health promotion
Sexual health and intimacy
Bereavement
Spirituality
Family caregiving