Nurses and the greater health care team often face multiple barriers to effective pain management for their patients; however, in collaboration with the IPT, interventions are discussed and implemented. An ongoing assessment becomes the platform by which plan of care is determined and revised in accordance with patient/family care needs.
Access the following article found in the Library: “‘Whatever My Mother Wants’: Barriers to Adequate Pain Management” (Reddy, Yennurajalingam, & Bruera, 2013). As you read the article, reflect on how patient advocacy will drive your conversations with patient and family. Notice the patient’s quantitative and qualitative pain characteristics.
Reddy, A., Yennurajalingam, S., & Bruera, E. (2013). “Whatever my mother wants”: Barriers to adequate pain management. Journal of Palliative Medicine, 16(6), 709–712. doi: 10.1089/jpm.2012.0189
Read the article and complete the Assignment as follows:
In a clear, concise, and logical flow, include the following in your paper:
Provide an introduction to your paper, part of which summarizes your perception of AB’s problem(s). Clearly articulate the issues surround AB as this sets the tone for your paper. How would you approach Ms. AB and Ms. AB’s mother when meeting for the first time? Why?
Analytic approach to IPT with clearly described acute needs of AB and AB’s mother. Include a discussion on your approach with the IPT. What resources are needed immediately?
Clearly articulate AB’s barriers to effective pain management. Consider and discuss factors that may be contributing to Ms. AB’s passive behavior and Ms. AB’s mother’s role of dominance. Discuss your response to the issues you have identified.
Discuss how you will serve as AB’s advocate. Describe your approach and approach interventions to facilitate Ms. AB to demonstrate control of her environment?
