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Faculty Council Meeting

Document outlines the discussions and concerns addressed during a Faculty Council meeting regarding student support services and responses to student distress in academic institutions. Topics covered include faculty member concerns, responding to students in distress, available resources for student

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Interpersonal factors and their impact on pain transitions

Exploring the impact of interpersonal factors on pain transitions, this research delves into the communication and behaviors between individuals experiencing pain, such as parent-child relationships and interactions with healthcare providers. The study analyzes psychosocial mechanisms influencing pa

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Acute orofacial pain

Acute orofacial pain is often associated with dental issues, ranging from dentinal pain to periodontal pain. The pain can be moderate to severe, with various triggers such as mechanical stimulation and changes in osmotic pressure. This pain is prevalent in adults and can spread to different areas of

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Understanding Sickle Cell Disease Pain Management

Sickle cell disease (SCD) patients often experience vaso-occlusive crises (VOC) causing acute pain, a hallmark symptom of the disease. Pain management is crucial in healthcare interactions for these patients, with chronic pain also being a significant concern due to organ/tissue damage. Research sho

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Assessment and Diagnostic Tests in Musculoskeletal System Pain

Pain in musculoskeletal conditions varies, such as bone pain described as dull and deep, muscular pain as soreness, fracture pain as sharp, and joint pain worsens with movement. Specific assessments by nurses include checking body alignment, joint symmetry, signs of inflammation, pressure sources, a

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Do you want relief from Neck Pain in South Brisbane

Do you want relief from Neck Pain in South Brisbane? Then contact Innervate Chiro. Their dedicated practitioners combine their experience in Chiropractic, Remedial & Sports Massage for fast effective relief of Back Pain, Neck Pain, Headaches, Vertigo, Sports Injuries, shoulder, hip, nerve pain, scia

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Mental Health Insights Among High-Income Countries Adults in 2016

Explore the prevalence of depression, anxiety, emotional distress, and socioeconomic needs among adults in high-income countries based on the 2016 Commonwealth Fund International Health Policy Survey. The data highlights the rates of mental health diagnoses, subjective experiences of emotional distr

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Complex Case Study: Chronic Pain and Somatic Symptom Disorder

Michelle Adams, a 51-year-old hairdresser, presents with severe chronic back pain following a traumatic incident. Despite various treatments and medications, her pain persists, leading to distress and functional impairment. Her symptoms align with Somatic Symptom Disorder (SSD) with predominant pain

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Understanding Opioid and Non-Opioid Analgesics in Pain Management

Opioid analgesics, such as morphine, act in the central nervous system to relieve pain without affecting consciousness. They differ from non-opioid analgesics like aspirin in terms of CNS depression, pain type targeted, and addiction potential. Pain is a protective mechanism caused by tissue damage

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Understanding Central Abdominal Pain and Masses in Clinical Practice

Abdominal pain evaluation involves considering various differential diagnoses such as appendicitis, small bowel obstruction, and mesenteric ischemia. By categorizing pain as visceral, parietal, referred, or radiating, healthcare providers can better understand the underlying pathology. The history o

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Understanding the Gate Control Theory of Pain in Pain Management

This detailed content delves into the Gate Control Theory of Pain, explaining pain pathways involving nociceptors, A-delta fibers, and C fibers. It further explores central pain pathways like the spinothalamic tract, spinomesencephalic tract, and spinoreticular tract. The theory's mechanism of pain

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Privatized Bankruptcy in Shipping: Financial Distress Resolution and Industry Comparisons" (75 characters)

This study explores how financial distress in the shipping industry is managed through private institutional arrangements, minimizing economic costs. It compares unique contractual innovations in shipping to traditional corporate bankruptcy processes, highlighting shipping's outlier status and the e

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Update on Pain Management in Primary Healthcare

The updates to the 2014 Primary Healthcare Implementation Slides focus on pain control for children, including the addition of ibuprofen and exclusion of tramadol for moderate pain. The management of acute severe pain involves retaining morphine injection while omitting metocloperamide, paracetamol,

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Understanding Pediatric Pain Management

Explore the complexities of managing pain in infants and children, including defining pain, classifying different types of pain, understanding pain assessment tools, identifying medication classes for treatment, and recognizing special considerations. Discover insights on acute and chronic pain, neu

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Understanding the Impact of Tinnitus on Psychological Distress

Tinnitus is a common condition causing subjective and objective sensations of sound without external stimuli. It can lead to physical and psychological distress, affecting emotional well-being and coping abilities. The distress associated with tinnitus includes anxiety, depression, social disturbanc

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Understanding the Brain: Key Insights on Chronic Pain and EMDR Therapy

Persistent pain is often a symptom originating from the brain, not the body tissues. EMDR therapy can help reprocess maladaptive memory networks linked to chronic pain, addressing root causes including adverse childhood experiences. The AIP model emphasizes early-life factors in shaping chronic pain

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Exploring the Intersection of Chronic Pain and BDSM in Critical Disability Studies

Critical Disability Studies examines power dynamics in bodily and mental norms, including the experiences of chronic pain within BDSM and erotic play. Research delves into discourses of pain, challenging assumptions and stigma associated with chronic pain and disability. The study emphasizes collabo

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Understanding Pain Assessment: Factors, Tools, and Relief

Pain assessment is crucial for understanding and managing patients' pain perception. This involves identifying different forms of pain, factors affecting pain sensitivity, behavioral responses to pain, and utilizing pain assessment tools for accurate evaluation. Factors influencing pain sensitivity

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Understanding Pain: Mechanisms and Pathways

This content delves into the intricate mechanisms of pain perception, exploring the anterolateral system, nociceptors, endogenous analgesic systems, and more. It covers topics such as free nerve endings, VR1/Capsaicin receptors, referred pain, neuropathic pain, hyperalgesia, and visceral pain. The m

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Exploring Pain Education: Bridging the Gap between Professionals and the Public

Pain education involves collaboration between healthcare professionals and the public to challenge ingrained beliefs, provide proper understanding of pain, and encourage open communication. This article discusses the importance of effective pain education, the role of professional and public educati

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Pain, Sedation, & Delirium Management in Critical Care

Effective management of pain, sedation, and delirium is essential in critical care settings to optimize patient comfort, facilitate recovery, and ensure better outcomes. The goal is to control pain adequately, minimize sedative use, and address indications for analgesia and sedatives while being min

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Integrative Approaches to Pediatric Pain Management: A Comprehensive Review

Pediatric pain management is a complex issue involving factors such as inflammation, neuroplasticity, and emotional responses. Dr. Matthew Hand explores integrative approaches to address common pediatric pain conditions and highlights the prevalence of chronic pain in children. The presentation delv

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Understanding Moral Distress in Healthcare

This content discusses the concept of moral distress in healthcare, defined as the pain and anguish experienced when one knows the right thing to do but faces internal or external barriers preventing action. It explores the implications of moral distress on healthcare practitioners and emphasizes th

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Understanding Pain Management in Orthopedic Surgery

Pain management in orthopedic surgery involves reviewing pain pathways, mitigating pain transmission, understanding pain medications, and implementing multi-modal pain relief strategies. Pain is a complex and subjective experience with sensory, affective, emotional, and cognitive dimensions. Factors

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Psychological First Aid Training Overview for Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

Psychological First Aid (PFA) Module 2 Basic PFA training schedule includes various sessions such as introduction to PFA, understanding distressing events, reactions to distress, case studies development, role plays, managing complex situations, and practicing self-care. PFA involves comforting indi

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Chronic Pain Management Program for Return to Work: A Case Study

Work-related shoulder injury case study of a 45-year-old male operator at a cement plant, diagnosed with bursitis and impingement. Despite prompt claim acceptance and surgery post-injury, the patient faced challenges with chronic pain, sleep disturbance, and opioid use. A multidisciplinary pain mana

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Understanding Postoperative Pain Measurement Methods

Standard methods for measuring postoperative pain include categorical, visual analogue, and numerical rating scales. Patients should self-assess their pain using these tools for accurate reporting, as demonstrated by research on pain congruence between patients and nurses. Enhancing understanding of

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Understanding Non-Opioid Pain Management Strategies

Non-opioid pain management is crucial in the current opioid epidemic, requiring physicians to navigate chronic pain without relying on opioids. This comprehensive approach involves a deep understanding of non-opioid analgesic medications, the nature of pain, anatomy, and physiology of nociception, t

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Understanding Low Back Pain Evaluation and Management

This informative resource delves into the evaluation, management, and prognosis of low back pain. It covers evidence-based evaluation, differential diagnosis, and the importance of clinical red and yellow flags in assessing low back pain. Guidelines from the American College of Physicians and the Am

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Understanding Pain Management: Acute vs. Chronic Pain and Interventional Therapies

Pain is a complex experience that can be acute or chronic, requiring different treatment approaches. Acute pain alerts us to potential injury, while chronic pain lasts longer and affects quality of life. Management options range from medical and psychological treatments to advanced interventions and

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Understanding Pain, Distress, and Humane Endpoints in Animal Research

Explore the concepts of pain, distress, and humane endpoints in animals through a training program aimed at researchers developing protocols for the welfare of laboratory animals. The program includes pre- and post-assessments to gauge knowledge and learning outcomes, covers scenarios illustrating c

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Cost Savings in Postoperative Pain Management with NOL-Guided Anesthesia

Acute postoperative pain is a significant issue globally, with high prevalence rates and potential long-term consequences. This economic assessment explores cost savings associated with using NOL-guided anesthesia to optimize postoperative pain treatment. By categorizing postoperative pain scores an

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Understanding Chronic Pain, Opioids, and Addiction in Medicine

Chronic pain is a complex issue that can impact individuals on various levels. It is important to understand the subjective nature of pain and the barriers to adequate pain care. Opioid analgesics, while effective in managing pain, come with risks such as side effects, addiction, and overdose potent

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Managing Pain in Patients with Opioid Use Disorder: Strategies and Approaches

This presentation discusses essential factors to consider when treating pain in patients with Substance Use Disorder (SUD), including approaches for acute pain in those on Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) and non-opioid therapies for chronic pain. The information covers altered pain experiences i

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Understanding Chronic Pain: A Comprehensive Overview

Chronic pain and neuromusculoskeletal conditions are prevalent health issues that require a specialized approach for accurate diagnosis and treatment. This content delves into learning objectives, national pain strategies, and the significance of addressing persistent pain as a chronic illness that

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Understanding Persistent Pain: Challenges, Strategies, and Interventions

This collection of images and text delves into the challenges faced when treating individuals with persistent pain, covering themes like acceptance, change, and resources. It explores the bidirectional association between stress, distress, and pain, and provides insights into the complex nature of p

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Managing Respiratory Distress in End-of-Life Care

Respiratory distress is a common issue in end-of-life care, often causing significant distress to patients and their families. Understanding the causes, utilizing opioids for dyspnea management, implementing non-pharmacological measures, and knowing when to use a distress protocol are crucial in pro

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Management of Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome: Case Study and Diagnostics

A 54-year-old woman post-laparotomy presents with respiratory distress and bilateral infiltrates on CXR. The case raises suspicion for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). Diagnostic criteria and potential investigations, such as CT pulmonary angiogram, thoracic USS, echocardiogram, bronchosc

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Comprehensive Overview of Pharmacological Pain Management Strategies

This comprehensive overview covers various aspects of pharmacological pain management, including behavioral measures for patients unable to self-report pain, building pain regimens, NSAIDs use and associated risks, NSAIDs and COX selectivity, clinical presentation of pain symptoms, gabapentinoids fo

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Understanding and Minimizing Pain and Distress in Research Protocols

This content explores the importance of reviewing research protocols to minimize pain and distress in animal experiments. It covers defining pain, distress, experimental and humane endpoints, evaluating management strategies, and ensuring ethical practices. It also includes a quick exercise to asses

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