Abstract The most commonly prescribed opioids in the United States are formulations containing hydrocodone and acetaminophen. Opioids, such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, and codeine, are combined with nonopioid analgesics including aspirin,…
Abstract This chapter discusses the specifics about major opioids (meperidine, morphine, oxycodone, oxymorphone, hydromorphone, methadone, buprenorphine, fentanyl, sufentanil, alfentanil, remifentanil) in pain management and offers important insights into recent developments…
Abstract Shifting population demographics are resulting in a rapidly growing population age 65 and older. As a result, the majority of providers will be exposed to the older adult in…
Abstract Pain is one of the most prevalent and distressing symptoms for patients with cancer. Comprehensive assessment and timely management of acute cancer pain with appropriate titration of medications are…
Abstract Pain syndromes, including low back pain, pelvic girdle pain, and carpal tunnel syndrome, are common during pregnancy and lactation. Initial treatment with nonpharmacologic interventions should be considered, if appropriate….
Abstract Chronic pain is a significant yet underreported problem in the pediatric population. Children suffering from chronic pain experience psychological, emotional, and social repercussions. The potential for such consequences to…
Abstract Entrapment neuropathies are common of chronic pain, often resulting in severe pain and significant loss of function. This chapter highlights six of the most common neuropathies that can be…
Abstract Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited disorder of hemoglobin that affects approximately 100,000 Americans. Manifestations of the disease occur in every organ system; however, the most common complication…
Abstract This is an overview of pain management and conscious sedation in the Emergency Department. Suggestions for the approach to chronic pain in the emergency setting are made. Finally there…
Abstract Pain is a serious problem for people with life-threatening illnesses. Accurate diagnosis and management require awareness of painful syndromes seen in cancer and other illnesses. Cancer pain syndromes can…
