Assessing and managing acute pain in older adults: a research base to guide practice. Medsurg nursing : official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses. [Medsurg Nurs] Journal article

Older adults experiencing acute pain are often underassessed and undertreated. This review summarizes recommendations from an evidence-based practice guideline on acute pain management in older adults. Key areas highlighted are pain assessment and monitoring, patient education, pharmacologic management, and nonpharmacologic management.

Medsurg nursing : official journal of the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses. [Medsurg Nurs]

Acute Disease
Aged
Analgesics
Drug Monitoring
Evidence-Based Medicine
Family
Geriatric Assessment
Geriatric Nursing
Humans
Nursing Assessment
Pain
Pain Measurement
Patient Education
Practice Guidelines
Relaxation Techniques
Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.