Intranasal Fentanyl as a Pain Management Modality During Dressing Changes in the Outpatient Setting
Purpose of Activity
To provide information on the use of intranasal (IN) fentanyl prior to performing dressing changes for children with burn injuries.Learning Objectives
After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:
- Specify the benefits and drawbacks of oral opioids and IN fentanyl as well as the pharmacokinetics,analgesic properties, and potential adverse effects of IN fentanyl.
- Explain the methods and results of a study comparing the effectiveness of oral opioids with IN fentanyl for pain management in children with burn injuries.
Disclosures
The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Price:
$17.95
Credits:
- ANCC 1.5 CH
- DC - BON 1.5 CH
- KY-BON 1.5 CH
- GA - BON 1.5 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, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223. Your certificate is valid in all states.
Test Code: JPSN0417
Published: Apr/Jun 2017
Expires: 12/31/2026
Required Passing Score: 14/20 (70%)
Specialties:
Pain Management,
Pediatric