
Safe Opiate Prescribing
Overview
Unlock the capabilities of responsible opiate use in medical practice with this comprehensive course, designed for healthcare professionals determined to confront the opioid epidemic head-on. Dive into the intricacies of safe prescribing practices, updated CDC guidelines, and the multifaceted approach required by state and federal regulations. This training goes beyond theory, with practical case scenarios to prepare you for real-world challenges in treating pain and preventing drug misuse.
Learning Objectives
At the completion of this activity, healthcare providers will be able to:
- Define parameters of appropriate opiate prescribing
- Discuss safe prescribing practices and steps
- Discuss state and federal laws and regulations for opiate prescribing
- State ways to prevent drug diversion and misuse
- Describe appropriate treatment of chronic pain
- Discuss substance use disorder and treatment
- Discuss the CDC guidelines and other essential resources
Additional Information
Partner:
Premiere Education
State Approved:
Utah
Accreditation
Available Credit
- 3.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 3.00 ANCC
- 3.00 ANCC Pharmacology