The AANP CE Center hosts dozens of continuing education (CE) activities covering multiple aspects of pain management.
Find evidence-based articles, up-to-date guidelines and other resources about substance use, palliative care and more at this resource center, brought to you by the Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (JAANP).
This complimentary patient education tool was developed to equip NPs with effective patient-centered education and tools for the management of opioid-induced constipation (OIC). This flipchart serves as an engaging visual patient teaching aid to help patients at risk for or with OIC in maximizing their autonomy in treatment decisions, avoiding or minimizing complications and enhancing their quality of life.
The Pain Management Specialty Practice Group (SPG) offers a unique opportunity to interactively collaborate with colleagues who share interest or clinical expertise in pain management. As an SPG member, you’ll have access to a cutting-edge, online forum where you can engage in discussions, document sharing and knowledge exchange with fellow NPs. Come learn, share and help progress the development of theory and practice in pain management.
There are many resources available for both patients and providers. Some are listed below for your convenience. Inclusion of these links does not imply AANP endorsement.
Pain Inventory Tools
Risk Assessment Tools
Treatment Guidelines
Urine Drug Screening and Testing
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Tools for Monitoring
Know Your State's Guidelines
Patient Counseling Document
National Council on Patient Information and Education (NCPIE)
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Addiction Medicine Associations
Pain Associations
Controlled Substances Laws and Regulations