The use of topical opioids to relieve pressure ulcer pain
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The use of topical opioids to relieve pressure ulcer pain

Tracey Ashfield Macmillan palliative care nurse specialist, Ulster Community and Hospitals Trust, Belfast, Northern Ireland
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This article provides an overview of the use of topical opioids to relieve pain associated with pressure ulcers in patients receiving palliative care. Morphine and diamorphine-infused gel have been used effectively to relieve pain and promote comfort in this group of patients.

Nursing Standard. 19, 45, 90-92. doi: 10.7748/ns2005.07.19.45.90.c3918

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tracey.ashfield@ucht.n-i.nhs.uk

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Keywords :

Pain and pain management - Palliative care - Pressure ulcers

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20 July 2005 / Vol 19 issue 45

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