Chronic pain Flashcards
1
Q
Chronic pain management
A
History of pain ?underlying cause
Impact on function / supports needed
Room to optimise current regime:
- Increase dose
- Change timing/frequency
- Non-pharmacological supports (visualisation, distraction, CBT, hypnosis, acupuncture)
Optimise sleep
Optimise mental health - consider psychologist/SSRI
Involve other specialists:
- Pain service
- Palliative care
- Allied health
