TARGET AUDIENCE
This continuing pharmacy education activity is planned to meet the needs of pharmacists in a variety of practice settings, including large and small health systems, outpatient clinics, managed-care organizations, long-term care facilities, and academia. This activity would be especially beneficial for pharmacists, clinical specialists, managers, leaders, and educators who are interested in pain management, new drug therapies, and improving the care of patients experiencing moderate to severe pain.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After participating in this educational activity, learners should be able to

• Optimize pain management decisions based on pain pathophysiology
• Select an appropriate analgesic and dosing regimen to effectively treat moderate to severe pain
• Incorporate evidence-based strategies to minimize adverse events and toxicity associated with
  analgesics
• Utilize pain assessment tools and communication techniques to accurately evaluate pain

ACCREDITATION INFORMATION
The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. The University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy is providing CE credits for this initiative. For complete accreditation information and disclosures, please see the individual activity.