Opioids for the management of persistent non-cancer pain.

Carr, E. C.J., Stannard, C., Simpson, K. and De Williams, A.C., 2005. Opioids for the management of persistent non-cancer pain. Nursing Times, 101 (47), pp. 24-26.

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Abstract

Persistent non-cancer pain is a serious problem. This article outlines issues in the management of patients with severe pain who are using strong opioi. These analgesics can provide analgesia and improve quality of life without a need for an escalating dose.

Item Type:Article
ISSN:0954-7762
Uncontrolled Keywords:Opioid/Pharmacology; Analgesics, Opioid/Therapeutic use; Pain, Intractable/Drug Therapy
Subjects:Technology > Medicine and Health
Group:School of Health and Social Care > Centre for Wellbeing and Quality of Life
ID Code:4027
Deposited By:Mr Adam Field
Deposited On:12 Dec 2007
Last Modified:07 Mar 2013 14:42
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