Nothing scares a nurse more than seeing residents in pain. This session explores practical, non-pharmacological strategies to manage pain, reduce medication risks, and improve quality of life. Learn how to individualize care plans and strengthen your practice—because when it comes to pain, you can’t scare a nurse.

Learner Objectives:

1. Describe the risks and limitations of relying solely on pharmacological interventions for pain management in older adults.
2. Identify at least three evidence-based, non-pharmacological strategies for managing pain in long-term care settings.
3. Demonstrate how to incorporate individualized non-pharmacological interventions into resident care plans.
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of non-pharmacological approaches in improving resident comfort, function, and quality of life.