Courses & Units
Assessment and Management of Pain CNA509
Online
This unit is only available to registered nurses. This unit uses group work and late enrolment may affect your ability to participate actively.
Introduction
This unit will enhance your understanding of the classification and pathophysiology of pain and equip you with the skills to accurately and comprehensively assess pain across the lifespan and within a range of healthcare contexts. You will explore pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions and factors impacting the individual pain experience, critically reflecting on current pain management strategies.
Summary
| Unit name | Assessment and Management of Pain |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CNA509 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Health and Medicine School of Nursing |
| Discipline | Nursing |
| Coordinator | Mrs Judi Tapp |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Postgraduate |
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 21/7/2025 | 19/8/2025 | 8/9/2025 | 26/10/2025 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2025 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2025 will be available from the 1st October 2024. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse and differentiate between different types of pain based on their unique pathophysiological mechanisms.
- Critically evaluate the bio-psychosocial impact of pain on individuals, their families and support networks, integrating a person-centred approach.
- Apply evidence-informed pain assessment tools and communication techniques to ensure accurate and comprehensive evaluation of pain.
- Critically examine multimodal pain management strategies to optimise quality of life and health outcomes.
- Critically reflect on current pain management practices within clinical settings, considering ethical decision-making, cultural safety and collaborative interdisciplinary care.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 060309 | $578.00 | $578.00 | not applicable | $3,027.00 |
- Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
- HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility3
- FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility4
1 Please refer to more information on student contribution amounts.
2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
If you have any questions in relation to the fees, please contact UConnect or more information is available on StudyAssist.
Please note: international students should refer to What is an indicative Fee? to get an indicative course cost.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Individual Study – This unit is offered fully online via MyLO (My Learning Online). You are expected to devote around 10 hours per week to the study materials, assessment tasks and self-directed learning. Online webinar - 1 hour webinar, 3 times per semester. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Interactive assessment (15%)|Interactive oral presentation (40%)|Case Study (45%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
There are no required textbooks for this unit. Required Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator. |
|---|---|
| Recommended | Recommended Readings will be provided by your Unit Coordinator via the Reading List link in MyLO, or the unit Reading List on the University Library website. |
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