Safer Post-Operative Prescribing of Opioids

The goal of this CME activity is to share best practices in post-operative opioid prescribing to reduce the number of excess opioids left over following a surgery or acute pain episode of care. Leftover opioids increase the risk of misuse for patients, family members, friends, and guests. Right-sizing an opioid prescription is important for recovery from surgery and for reducing the risk of misuse in the community.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be better able to

  • Describe the risks associated with leftover opioid medications
  • Adopt strategies to reduce the number of opioid pills needed for post-operative pain management, including written pain management care plans
  • Encourage patients to appropriately dispose of any unused opioids to reduce their risk of misuse

Additional Information

Partner: 
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.50 ANCC
Course opens: 
04/01/2018
Course expires: 
07/31/2025
Rating: 
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Available Credit

  • 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 0.50 ANCC
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