Understanding pain what it is, why it happens, and how it's managed / Harry J. Gould, III.

Author/creator Gould, Harry J.
Format Electronic
Publication InfoNew York : Demos ; Saint Paul, MN : AAN Press, American Academy of Neurology,
Descriptionxv, 152 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
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SeriesAmerican Academy of Neurology Press (AAN) quality of life guides
AAN Press quality of life guide. ^A874597
Contents Pain defined: what are we treating? -- The evaluation: what should I tell my doctor? -- The multidisciplinary approach: the best way to treat my pain -- The anatomy of pain: the basis for selecting treatment options -- Nonpharmacologic options for pain management -- Pharmacological options in pain management: nonopioid analgesics -- Pharmacological options in pain management: opioid analgesics -- Opioid analgesics: myth versus benefit -- Pharmacological options in pain management: adjuvant medications -- Pharmacological options in pain management: dosing and alternate routes of administration -- Invasive options and when to consider them -- Age and sex: special considerations for pain management.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 135-141) and index.
Access restrictionAvailable only to authorized users.
Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2006033199
ISBN9781932603583 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN1932603581 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN9781932603583

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