Description
This live symposium will focus on the challenges of managing thoracic cancer pain using a didactic, interactive case-based format. Patient advocates will also be joining the discussion to give a patient perspective on effective cancer pain management.
This certified CE/CME activity is designed for specialty physicians, nurses, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners who treat cancer patients.
Sponsored by the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer and Evolve Medical Education.
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Learning Objectives
Upon, completion of this activity, the participants should be able to:
- Illustrate how to effectively assess and screen cancer patients that require pain management;
- Outline pharmacological options and alternate therapies for treating cancer pain;
- Apply proper patient communication strategies
- Explain opiate dosing, titration, and adverse effects regarding the pain management options.