Frequency and Predictors of Analgesic Prescribing in U.S. Nursing Home Residents with Persistent Pain.

Kevin M FainG Caleb AlexanderDavid D DoreJodi B SegalAndrew R ZulloCarlos Castillo-Salgado

Published in: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society (2016)

Through 2008, pain remained undertreated in NHs, especially in certain subpopulations, including cognitively impaired and older residents. Changes in pain management practice and policies may be necessary to target these vulnerable residents.

Keyphrases

pain management
chronic pain
primary care
neuropathic pain
public health
cognitive decline
mild cognitive impairment
middle aged
spinal cord
quality improvement
spinal cord injury
adverse drug