Dementia and Pain

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Lecture Overview

People with dementia may have difficulty communicating physical pain due to their cognitive impairment. In this lecture, professional bioethicist and registered nurse Saima Shaukat Ali provides tips for identifying pain in clients with dementia, including using the PAINAD assessment tool.

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Saima Shaukat Ali View profile
Saima S. Ali is a master trainer, professional bioethicist and registered nurse with more than 15 years of experience in the Health Industry. She has experience working as a master trainer, technical consultant and global goodwill ambassador. Saima is pursuing research studies at the University of Adelaide to further her capabilities, particularly in education.
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CPD time13m
First Published22 August 2023
Updated22 August 2023
Expires
22 August 2025
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Topics
Dementia
Pain
Cognitive Impairment