Understanding Pain in Older People

This online course is endorsed by Australian College of Nursing.

Enhancing pain management knowledge and skills for workers, covering pain types, recognition, and interventions

7 March – Module 1 (10:30-11:30)
14 March – Module 2 (10:30-11:30)
21 March – Module 3 ( 10:30-11:30) 

Recommended for: Clinical Managers and Leaders working in aged care services

*Group packages available on enquiry

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The series will help you to

  • Understand pain fundamentals
  • Recognise pain effectively
  • Appreciate the impact of pain
  • Master pain assessment techniques
  • Implement comprehensive pain management
  • Personalise pain management for dementia

Run in association with PainChek, this series includes

  • 3 Module online series, delivered over zoom
  • Reading material and resources provided
  • Peer group discussions
  • Practical real life examples and case studies
  • Anchor Excellence Credly badge supporting professional development requirements
  • Endorsed by the Australian College of Nursing (3 CPD Points)
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The series will comprise of three 1 hour modules:

Module 1: The person with pain

  • Define and explain the nature of pain
  • Identify Pain in the Aged Care Context
  • Understand the impact of pain on well-being

Module 2 – Pain Assessment

  • Examine and understand the different methods of pain assessment
  • Understand the different types of pain management interventions
  • Understand Pain & Brain disease – Dementia

Module 3 – Compliance Requirements

  • Examine effective pain assessment data evaluation – Self-reflection exercise
  • Understand the importance of frequent pain assessment
  • Understand the implications of pain assessment information for AN-ACC classification

Why Anchor Excellence?

Anchor Excellence enables aged care leaders – boards, executives, managers – to strengthen their capability, align to the new industry dynamics, and deliver sustainable businesses.

Responsive

We are there for our clients when they need us

Authentic

We are genuine and always reflect our true selves

Collaborative

We work collaboratively with our clients and stakeholders

Don’t let pain go unaddressed in aged care. Start your enrolment today!

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Australian College of Nursing (ACN) Endorsement

“This online sessions is endorsed by ACN according to our Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Endorsed Course Standards. It has been allocated 3CPD hours according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia – Continuing Professional Development Standard.”