Perioperative Pain ManagementISBN: 978-1-4051-8077-1
Paperback
336 pages
December 2008, Wiley-Blackwell
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Perioperative Pain Management is a practical, evidence-based
guide to the effective management of perioperative pain even in the
most challenging situations. It provides readers with an
understanding of the physiology, pharmacology and psychology of
acute pain together with key messages for best practice. Barriers
to effective acute pain management are explored and suggestions for
improving practices and removing obstructions are given. The
psychosocial impact of acute pain and personal coping strategies
are reviewed in an easy to read format. Specific sections focus on
managing perioperative pain in: paediatrics; the older patient;
patients with chronic painful conditions; the patient with renal
dysfunction; and day case surgery.
Perioperative Pain Management will be invaluable to all nurses from undergraduate students to experienced clinical nurse specialists and lecturers as well as pharmacists, operating department practitioners, and physiotherapists .