Pall Care Approaches for pain management education among care assistants residential aged care hostels: A feasiblity stu [ 2005 - 2007 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Dr Marylynn Oldham (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Christine Toye ,  A/Pr Nancy Rees ,  Prof Linda Kristjanson

Brief description Pain is a devastating symptom that seriously diminishes quality of life1, yet few care assistants in residential aged care hostels are familiar with the principles of palliative care2. This project seeks to explore the feasibility of palliative approaches as a framework for developing a pain education program for these workers. The study will identify: required levels of knowledge; appropriate educational strategies; barriers to learning; best methods for evaluating programs; and cost implications of providing pain management education in the hostel settings.

Funding Amount $AUD 25,000.00

Funding Scheme NHMRC Strategic Awards

Notes Palliative Care Research