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Activity Steps
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Purpose of Activity
To provide information about the use of intrathecal pump therapy for managing cancer pain.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- outline how intrathecal therapy prolongs the duration of action and improves the efficacy of certain analgesics.
- identify the potential risks and complications associated with intrathecal therapy.
Disclosures
The author and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$24.95
Credits:
- ANCC 2.5 CH
- DC - BON 2.5 CH
- KY-BON 2.5 CH
- GA - BON 2.5 CH
Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, #50-1223, Florida Board of Nursing, #50-1223, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
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Test Code: AJN0516B
Published: May 2016
Expires: 12/31/2026
Sources:
AJN, American Journal of Nursing
Required Passing Score: 13/18 (72%)
Specialties:
Oncology,
Pain Management