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Disparities in Cancer Pain Assessment and Management among Ethnic Minorities | Kogan, Laura | 2014 | Poor pain control impairs quality of life and functionality. Despite the increased knowledge of pain mechanisms, existing guidelines and improved methods to manage cancer pain, it remains inadequately treated, especially among ethnic minorities. A number of factors play role in the existing cancer p... | Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP |
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Pain Management for Patients with Dementia in Nursing Homes | Greenberg, Robert J. | 2014 | Of the 3.3 million Americans currently living in nursing homes, it is estimated that 45-80% suffer from significant chronic pain. Additionally, it is estimated that 70% of nursing home patients with dementia suffer chronic pain. Patients with dementia in nursing homes suffer disproportionately from ... | Graduate Nursing Project, Doctor of Nursing Practice, DNP |