By then end of this module, you will be able to:
- List 3 elements of a psychological assessment when evaluating a patient with comorbid depression, chronic pain and disability
- Describe behavioral strategies that help patients with depression, chronic pain and/or disability
- Identify 2 medications and 1 non-drug strategy that can help patients with comorbid chronic pain and depression
At the completion of this module you may also explore these additional optional learning topics:
- Physical examination for evaluating low back pain
- Assessment for appropriate opioid therapy, risk factors, and outpatient monitoring
- Sleep disorders and pain, sleep apnea assessment and treatment (dental appliances), and bruxism
