Free CEU Opportunity - LIVE WEBINAR SERIES: PALLIATIVE CARE IN THE ELDERLY SICKLE CELL PATIENT

9/24/20, 12:30 PM – 1:15 PM ET - registration information in link

Purpose: The purpose of this webinar is to enhance the knowledge of primary care physicians and nurse practitioners in the palliation of sickle cell anemia patients with frequent pain episodes.

Objectives:

Assess the patient with acute somatic and nociceptive pain in the context of chronic illness

Employ first-line treatment of recurring pain crises in the patient with sickle cell anemia

Understand when referral for palliative specialist care is helpful and important in conjunction with oncologic/hematologic management of patients with sickle cell anemia

Target Audience: Primary care providers, nurse practitioners, palliative care specialists, pain specialists, registered nurses, advanced practice nurses, registered nurses with a specialty in palliative care/hospice, social workers, allied health professionals, fellows, residents, and medical students

Location: Online at https://www.mjhspalliativeinstitute.org/e-learning/