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| Genre/Form: | Handbooks, manuals, etc |
|---|---|
| Document Type: | Book |
| All Authors / Contributors: |
Yvonne M D'Arcy |
| ISBN: | 9780826105400 0826105408 9780826105486 0826105483 9780826105431 0826105432 |
| OCLC Number: | 653090208 |
| Description: | x, 358 p. : ill. ; 21 cm. |
| Contents: | The problem of chronic pain -- The art and science of chronic pain assessment -- Nonopioid analgesics -- Opioids -- Coanalgesics for additive pain relief -- Complementary and integrative therapies for pain management -- Pain clinic referrals and interventional options -- Effect of opioid polymorphisms and gender differences -- Pain and addiction -- Developing a comprehensive treatment plan for patients with chronic pain -- Low back pain -- Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis -- Fibromyalgia -- Headaches -- Overview of neuropathic pain -- Peripheral neuropathic pain syndromes -- Central pain syndromes. |
| Series Title: | Compact clinical guide series. |
| Responsibility: | Yvonne D'Arcy. |
Abstract:
Presented in a clear, systematic format, this clinically oriented book provides nurses and physicians with quick access to much-needed pain management guidelines. With a unique focus on treatment options for patients with chronic persistent pain, this guide provides critical guidance on managing difficult conditions such as fibromyalgia and neuropathic pain. --
The text expertly assists practitioners in assessing pain in a variety of patient populations and provides professional insight on selecting patient-appropriate medications and interventions to achieve optimal pain management for adult patients. --Book Jacket.
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