Course Code: REL-ALL-0-PPPDG
Hours: 2
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027
Learning Objectives:
Recall Pennsylvania-specific prescribing practices as they apply to opioid analgesic prescriptions and appropriate monitoring procedures.
Identify safe and effective modalities for pain management and evidence-based use of opioid analgesics for acute or chronic pain.
Define the risk factors and treatment options for opioid use disorder.
Recall Pennsylvania guidelines for administering injectable medications, biologicals, and immunizations for pharmacists.
Outline:
Section 1: Controlled Substance Overview
Background
Controlled Substances Regulation
Overview of Commonly Prescribed Opioids
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 2: Patient Evaluation and Management of Pain
Patient Evaluation and Pain Management
Acute Pain Management with Opioids
Chronic Pain Management with Opioids
Special Populations Receiving Opioid Therapy
Strategies to Mitigate Risk
Dispensing Considerations for Pharmacists
Monitoring Patients While on Opioids
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 3: Opioid Use Disorder and Misuse
History
Opioid Use Disorder
Management of OUD
Knowledge Check
Key Takeaways
Section 4: Pharmacist Guidelines for Injectable Medications, Biologicals, and Immunizations
Pharmacist Requirements
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributors
Resources
References
Writer: Sooa Devereaux, MSN, RN
Sooa Devereaux, MSN, RN, has a long history of professional development experience within the hospital setting. She has taught in pre-licensure nursing programs and has mentored many nurses, both new graduate and experienced, throughout her career as a nurse educator. Sooa is a Lead SME Writer at Relias and holds an MSN in Nursing Education.
Subject Matter Expert: Trisha Bogucki, PharmD
Trisha Bogucki, PharmD holds many years of retail, clinical, and consultant pharmacy experience. She currently owns Outlook Pharma Services, LLC, a company specializing in pharmacy consulting, medical writing, and pharmacy volunteerism.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Pharmacists; in the following settings: Acute Care Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.