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Author:   Scott M. Fishman (Professor and Chief, Division of Pain Medicine, Department of Anesthesia and Pain Medicine, University of California, Davis Medical Center)
Publisher:   Oxford University Press Inc
Imprint:   Oxford University Press Inc
Dimensions:   Width: 12.70cm , Height: 0.90cm , Length: 20.30cm
Weight:   0.178kg
ISBN:  

9780199891986

ISBN 10:   0199891982
Pages:   146
Publication Date:   15 March 2012
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

Introduction: The Healing Art of Communication Chapter 1: Asking the Right Questions Step 1: Slow Down Step 2: Focus on the Whole Patient, Not Just the Pain Step 3: Use Reflective Listening Skills The Importance of Taking a Comprehensive History Focusing on Function The Balancing Act of Compassion and Vigilance Chapter 2: Focusing on Function The Myth of Zero Pain A Different Approach Monitoring Functional Changes Universal Precautions in Pain Management Chapter 3: Keeping Track of Treatment Why Documentation is a Doctor's (and Patient's) Best Friend Elements of Effective Documentation Assessment Patient Education About Risks and Benefits of Therapy Physician-Patient Treatment Agreements Monitoring Functional Progress, Adherence, and Adverse Events Modifying Treatments Over Time Chapter 4: Dealing With Difficult Patients The Sources of Aberrant Behaviors Managing Aberrant Patient Behavior Coping With Specific Aberrant Behaviors Terminating a Relationship The Rewards of Perseverance Chapter 5: Physician Survival Appendix: Resources for Pain Management Acknowledgments About the Author

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This well-written book drives home the concepts that communication between physicians and pain patients is absolutely crucial and how necessary it is to adequately monitor these patients and maintain appropriate records. 100 - 5 Stars! -- DOODY'S

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Scott M. Fishman, M.D. is a leading pain medicine clinician, teacher, researcher, and writer. He is President and Chairman of the American Pain Foundation and Past President of the American Academy of Pain Medicine as well as Professor and Chief of the Division of Pain Medicine at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine. Dr. Fishman has received board certification in Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, Pain Medicine, and Palliative Care. His other books include The War on Pain, Responsible Opioid Prescribing, Spinal Cord Stimulation, Bonica's Management of Pain 4

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