Impact of Chronic Pain on School Functioning in Children and Adolescents

Tuesday, April 18, 2023, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM, Calvin University, Prince Conference Center, 1800 E. Beltline Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546


ANCC Contact Hour(s) (1.00 hours)

This presentation discusses acute and chronic pain in children and adolescents. Undefined problems of pain are reviewed. The impact of pain on children and adolescents are defined by the negative cycle of pain, physiologic, biologic, psychological and social factors. This activity discusses how these factors impact patient’s school functioning and every day life. The presentation will educate RN care managers on how to address the impact of pain on children and adolescents and assist families with education and resources on school avoidance.

1. Define pain and the impact on children and adolescents
2. Define undefined symptoms of pain and somatic symptom disorder
3. Identify the negative impacts of pain on school functioning
4. Define and educate on school avoidance
5. Discuss how to partner with family and treatment team to support children with chronic pain in school

Spectrum Health is approved with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

 

Cancellation Policy

Spectrum Health reserves the right to cancel or postpone this program if necessary; in the event of cancellation, course fees will be fully refunded. We are not responsible for other costs incurred such as non-refundable airline tickets or hotel penalties.

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