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Tennessee Guidelines for Controlled Substance Prescribing and Abuse
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Learn the essentials of prescribing controlled substances and managing pain in this 2-hour course, suitable for all nurses. Gain insights into Tennessee's Chronic Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines.

Tennessee Guidelines for Controlled Substance Prescribing and Abuse
Learn the essentials of prescribing controlled substances and managing pain in this 2-hour course, suitable for all nurses. Gain insights into Tennessee's Chronic Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines.
Course Features
What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Define pain and its impact nationally and in Tennessee
Identify the key principles of the Tennessee guidelines when initiating or continuing opioid therapy.
Identify how controlled substances are classified according to schedules
Describe controlled substances misuse, abuse, and diversion and steps that prescribers can take to prevent it.
Identify conditions and considerations applicable to prescribing controlled substances
Analyze legal and Professional standards associated with controlled substance prescribing
Course description
This 2-hour course is designed for professionals who prescribe controlled substances and manage pain as part of their practice, however the information is appropriate for all nurses. It also provides a basic overview of The Tennessee Chronic Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines regarding the prescribing of controlled substances.
Course content
Introduction
Types of Pain
History of Pain Management
The Tennessee Chronic Pain Guidelines
What to Consider Before Initiating Opioid therapy
Initial Assessment
Establishing Treatment Goals
Women’s Health
Initiating Opioid Therapy for Chronic Non-Malignant Pain
Guidelines for Ongoing Opioid Therapy
Prescription Drug Misuse, Abuse, and Addiction
A Brief History of Drug Misuse and Abuse Laws
Overview of Scheduled and Controlled Substances
Drug Diversion
Risk Factors for Drug Diversion and Abuse
Commonly Diverted and Abused Drugs
Narcotic Pain Medications
Central Nervous System Depressants
Stimulants
Substance Use Disorder
Chronic Pain and Controlled Substances
Mental Illness and Controlled Substances
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Controlled Substances
Preventing Prescription Drug Diversion and Abuse
Management of Overdose Risk and Opioid Discontinuation
Naloxone
Proper Disposal of Medication
Professional and Legal Standards
Conclusion
Course details
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Instructor

Patricia Dunn DNP, APRN, FNP-BC is a Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an Advanced Practice Nurse and 20 years as a Registered Nurse. She has served as an APRN for Florida Pain Institute, Heart Rhythm Associates of Brevard, House Calls of Central Florida. She earned her Doctorate of Nursing Practice from Walden University, Minneapolis.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Accreditations

Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Tennessee Guidelines for Controlled Substance Prescribing and Abuse", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Nursing. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse Practitioner, Advanced Practice Nurses, Forensic Nurse-CSA, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Psychiatric Nurse, Clinical Nurse Specialist, APRN - Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Practical Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Certified Nurse Specialist. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
Will I receive a certificate of completion?
Yes, you will receive a certificate of completion immediately after finishing the course and passing the assessment. The certificate can be downloaded and printed directly from your account.
What is your refund policy?
We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you can request a full refund within 30 days of purchase.
How long do I have to complete this course?
You have unlimited time to complete the course at your own pace. Once purchased, the course is available in your account until its expiration date. You can pause and resume at any time.
Most helpful reviews
I am always interested in continuing education in the areas of health, wellness, nutrition and mental health. Your course was well written, well organized and helpful in meeting state licensure requirements.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
Very well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to CEBroker to support mandated education requirements.
I really loved this information. I was hospitalized last year for almost a month and I noticed multiple medical errors (not being hooked up to my IV multiple times, given wrong medication which caused my sodium to be very low, etc.) which lengthened my stay. I can now define those exact errors and better understand what happened to me. I hate that these medical errors are so common and I appreciate how well laid out your breakdown and categorization of them was.
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This activity was developed by AchieveCE free of any commercial support. The following individuals have indicated that they have no financial relationships with an ineligible company that may impact upon this activity:
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner and, Content Expert and Faculty
Vicki Holder – Content Reviewer and Editor.
Gracielle Tubera - Content Reviewer
Luke Porter – Content Reviewer
Dianne Arroyo - Activity Publisher
Passing Grade
Participants must achieve a passing score on the activity post-test, which may be 70% or 80%, depending on the course. They must also complete an activity evaluation. There are no time limits and unlimited test-taking attempts. Credits will be reported automatically to CE Broker if your license information is entered correctly in your profile.
Hardware Requirements
Windows 8.1, Windows 10, Mac OS X 10.1+, iOS 10+, Android 4.3+
Software Requirements
Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Mozilla Firefox, Adobe Acrobat Reader
Network Requirements
Broadband Internet Connection: T1, Hi-speed DSL or Cable4G cellular connection
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