Course - Acute and Postoperative Pain - KLH3202
KLH3202 - Acute and Postoperative Pain
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | E |
Course content
The course is intended for health professionals working with acute and postoperative pain. It will particularly be of relevance to professionals working in postoperative units or surgical wards, but is relevant for all health professionals involved in perioperative treatment. The course will cover organizational aspects, pharmacology and clinical issues. The students will gain detailed insight in all treatment modalities which are used in treatment of acute and postoperative pain and knowledge about treatment of acute pain in special patient populations. A "whole person"-approach, and multimodal and interdisciplinary treatment, will be emphasized.
Learning outcome
Knowledge
After completing the course, the candidate should:
- have a broad overview of physiological and psychological aspects related to acuta and postoperative pain.
- have an in depth understanding of principles for evidence based treatment of acute and postoperative pain.
- have an in depth knowledge of the different drugs ued in treatment of acute and postoperative pain, including side effects, indications and contraindications.
- have a deep understanding of the consequences of poorly relieved postoperative pain.
- have and in depth knowledge of the differences between acute and chronic pain, and the treatment principles which apply when acute pain develops into chronic pain.
Skills
After completing the course, the candidate should be able to:
- suggest an appropriate treatment strategy for different types of acute and postoperative pain.
- individually tailor the treatment of acute and postoperative pain to specific patient groups, such as children or patients with substance abuse disorders.
- develop drafts of clinical guidelines at own workplace addressing treatment/evaluation of acute or postoperative pain.
- evaluate acute and postoperative pain within an holistic framework.
General competency
After completing the course, the candidate should be able to:
- explain basic understanding of the principles of knowledge-based practice in acute and postoperative pain
Learning methods and activities
Lecures and group work that will be coordinated in time with other courses in the master's programme in Clinical Health Science. If few students register for the course, learning activities can be changed.
Compulsory assignments
- Exercise
Further on evaluation
Compulsory activities: -One home assignment graded as "pass".
For re-sit exams the written examination must be done again. The compulsory activity is approved for 4 semesters.
In case of delayed exam the assessment form could be subject to change.
Recommended previous knowledge
Clinical experience with postoperative pain management is an advantage. The course is primarily aimed at nurses, but also relevant for other professions involved in postoperative treatment.
Required previous knowledge
The course is primarily intended for students admitted to the master's programme in Clinical Health Science. Other students may be accepted after an individual evaluation.
Course materials
Course materials will be announced at the start of the semester.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| MDV6013 | 7.5 | SPRING 2015 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Health Science
- Medicine
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Circulation and Medical Imaging
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn UTS School exam 100/100 E 2024-11-27 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD School exam 100/100 E 2025-06-03 15:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL111 brun sone Sluppenvegen 14 8
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"