Chronic Pain Following Treatment For Cancer: The Role of Opioids

Chronic Pain Following Treatment For Cancer: The Role of Opioids Jane C. Ballantyne Oncologist 2003; 8: 567-575 Author Information and Disclosures Target Audience: Physicians who wish to advance their current knowledge of clinical cancer medicine in symptom management and supportive care and are involved in providing patient care in a cancer care environment. Method of Physician Participation: Read course materials, complete course quiz and evaluation form (optional). Learning Objectives After completing this course, the reader should be able to: Explain the principles of chronic pain management in cancer patients. Discuss the principles of opioid use in patients with chronic pain. Recognize and prevent substance-related disorders in cancer patients treated with opioids. The NIH/FAES designates this educational activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

CME Activity Information Accreditation CME Instructions For Credit Privacy Statement Hardware/Software Requirements Release Date: Dec. 03, 2003 Most Recent Review: Dec. 03, 2003* Most Recent Update: Dec. 03, 2003 Date Credit Expires: Apr. 10, 2007 Time to Complete: 1 hour Medium: Internet Online *Click here to learn more about our review process.