One thing you can do that may make a difference, is to go to: http://www.jcaho.org/general+public/public+input/report+a+complaint/report+a+complaint.htm
and file a complaint. The JCAHO accredits most health care facilities in the U.S. and if enough people complain about sub-standard pain care, the facility may be penalized. The JCAHO will use complaints it received during the facilities next survey. I believe complaining to the JCAHO is one of the best ways of achieving positive change in a hospital. Eddie