Pain management is a priority in geriatric nursing from "summary" of Basic Geriatric Nursing - E-Book by Patricia A. Williams
One of the most important aspects of caring for older adults is managing their pain effectively. Pain is a common experience for many older adults, and it can have a significant impact on their quality of life. In fact, studies have shown that up to 50% of older adults living in the community and 80% of older adults living in long-term care facilities experience chronic pain. Effective pain management is crucial in geriatric nursing because older adults may have multiple comorbidities and take multiple medications, which can complicate pain management. Older adults may also have age-related changes in their bodies that can affect how they experience and respond to pain. For example, older adults may have decreased sensitivity to pain, making it difficult for them to accurately report their pain levels. They may also have decreased liver and kidney function, which can affect how medications are metaboli...
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