Tips for Pain management First, consult with healthcare team to make a pain management plan Second, Exercise or do daily activity to maintain strength Third find a support group that does activities like yoga or dance Fourth follow up with doctor once a month pertaining to pain medication regiment Fifth did not take more medication then prescribed daily Understand and take medications as prescribed by doctor
A good pain management plan will give you the power to take life back.
Outcomes The patient will be pain free The patient will be able to do daily activities The patient will know the side effects of the pain medication he is taking. The patient will maintain a healthy high fiber diet.
We want you pain free Know your pain level. Follow up with your doctor as needed. Do not take more medication than prescribed. Know what is compatible with the medication you are taking. Stay positive. Stay focused.
REASONS to go see Doctor or go to Hospital If you have taken too much medication If it is hard for you to breath and you are severely lethargic If you are confused, and have a altered level of conscious If you are unable to have a bowel movement/constipated. If pain is uncontrollable