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Individuals, whose painful conditions are managed through pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions, may still experience instances of increased pain.3 The natural phenomenon of [...]

Interventions for Nociplastic Pain Management Comprehensive Assessment2 Explore the emotional, psychological, and environmental factors contributing to pain; a wholistic approach.  Use validated [...]

Nociplastic pain is a newer concept in pain management – it is listed as the “third” type of pain, and it plays a significant role in the care of persons with chronic conditions known to cause [...]

Pain is a protective factor; a signal in a person’s nervous system indicating potential or actual damage1,2. Pain is subjective, and each person feels pain differently, even if the reason for the [...]

Opioids are among the most misunderstood medications in modern medicine. Let us clear the air by busting some of the most common myths and misperceptions. Myth: Healthcare providers should wait [...]

Many thanks to Dr. Deborah Robinson for providing information from the Spring Palliative Education Evening Conference on March 25, 2025 Palliative Sedation Therapy (PST)and Medical Assistance in [...]

Bowel obstruction occurs in up to 42% of malignancies and is a common complication in patients with colorectal and ovarian cancer but can occur with any cancer that has an abdominal or pelvic [...]

Nausea and vomiting are commonly experienced symptoms affecting 40-60% of those receiving a palliative approach to care and the cause is often multifactorial1.  To treat nausea effectively, we [...]

Communication is the Lifeline of Any Relationship Originally created for use in the military, the SBAR (Situation, Background, Assessment & Recommendation) is a tool that provides a [...]

Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) in palliative care patients presents a unique challenge that requires a delicate balance between managing pain and minimizing the risk of substance misuse.  Opioid use [...]