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Controlled Substances and Substance Abuse: Best Practices for the Healthcare Professional - 3 CE
3 hours
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I appreciate the convenience of the course being online and accessible through my phone and that it directly reports to support mandated education requirements.
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Course
Build your knowledge of controlled substances, safe prescribing, and misuse prevention. This 3-hour course meets Florida APRN Board’s CE requirement. Credits are reported to CE Broker and/or CPE Monitor for easy compliance.
Course
Controlled Substances and Substance Abuse: Best Practices for the Healthcare Professional - 3 CE
3.0 Credits / CME HoursText
Build your knowledge of controlled substances, safe prescribing, and misuse prevention. This 3-hour course meets Florida APRN Board’s CE requirement. Credits are reported to CE Broker and/or CPE Monitor for easy compliance.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
Describe the scope of the drug abuse epidemic in the United States.
Describe the differences between drug misuse, drug abuse, and addiction.
Identify how controlled substances are classified according to schedules and provide examples of drugs on each schedule.
Identify commonly misused and diverted drugs as well as sources for diversion.
Describe behaviors that could indicate drug misuse or diversion on the part of a patient or doctor.
Identify risk factors for drug misuse or diversion.
Identify best practices that prescribers can implement to prevent drug misuse or diversion.
Course description
Controlled Substances and Substance Abuse: Best Practices for the Healthcare Professional – 3 CE is a continuing education (CE) course designed to help healthcare professionals navigate the complexities of prescribing and managing controlled substances while reducing the risk of misuse and diversion. As substance use disorders and the opioid epidemic continue to challenge the healthcare system, informed clinical practices are more important than ever.
This course is ideal for nurses, physicians, pharmacists, and allied health professionals committed to improving patient safety and minimizing the potential for drug abuse in their practice.
Key topics include:
The scope and impact of the drug abuse epidemic in the United States
Definitions and distinctions between drug misuse, abuse, and addiction
The classification of controlled substances by schedule, with examples
Commonly misused and diverted medications and how diversion occurs
Patient and provider behaviors that may signal misuse or diversion
Risk factors that increase the likelihood of substance misuse or diversion
Prescribing best practices to prevent abuse, including screening and monitoring
Through real-world examples and practical strategies, learners will gain the tools to identify red flags, implement prevention measures, and make informed prescribing decisions.
This course fulfills the Florida APRN Board’s requirement on the Safe and Effective Prescription of Controlled Substances and is suitable for all healthcare professionals dedicated to reducing the risks of controlled substance misuse.
Course content
Introduction
The Scope of the Drug Abuse Epidemic
Drug Misuse, Abuse, and Addiction Defined
Overview of Schedules of Controlled Substances
Commonly Diverted and Abused Drugs
Common Drug Diversion Techniques
Risk Factors for Drug Diversion and Abuse
Chronic Pain and Controlled Substances
Mental Illness and Controlled Substances
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Controlled Substances
Prescribing Emergency Opioid Antagonists
What Is Naloxone?
Increasing Naloxone Awareness and Use
Engaging Patients in a Conversation About Naloxone
Reducing Stigma Surrounding Naloxone
Preventing Prescription Drug Diversion and Abuse
Nonpharmacological Therapies
Chronic Low Back Back
Chronic Neck Pain
Osteoarthritis Pain
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Tension Headache
Differential Efficacy
Harms
Nonopioid Medications for Pain
Interventions
Responsible Prescription of Controlled Substances
Prescribing Guidelines for Controlled Substances
CDC Prescribing Guidelines
Determining Whether or Not to Initiate Opioids for Pain
Selecting Opioids and Determining Opioid Dosages
Deciding Duration of Initial Opioid Prescription and Conducting Follow-Up
Assessing Risk and Addressing Potential Harms of Opioid Use
Management of Opioid Misuse That Does Not Meet Criteria for Opioid Use Disorder
Pain Management for Patients with Opioid Use Disorder
Conclusion
Course details
Release Date06/20/2023
Expiration Date06/20/2026
Review Date06/20/2026
ACPE UAN0657-0000-23-096-H08-P 0657-0000-23-096-H08-T
CE Broker ID20-682862
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 340
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP
John VillaMD, FACEP, FAAFP
John Francis Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP is an Emergency Medicine Specialist in Florida with more than 25 years in emergency medicine and family medicine.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
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Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for respiratory therapy professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Controlled Substances and Substance Abuse: Best Practices for the Healthcare Professional - 3 CE", provides 3 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Respiratory Therapy, Long-Term Care Facility Administrators, Midwifery, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy. AchieveCE is an approved provider of continuing education for healthcare professionals.
Which professions is this course approved for?
This course is especially relevant for: Dental Therapist, Certified Respiratory Therapist, Certified Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Midwife, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Registered Respiratory Therapist, Dental Hygienist, Expanded Function Dental Auxiliary, Advanced Dental Assistant, 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, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Long-Term Care Facility Administrators, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Dental Technician, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Respiratory Therapist, Nursing Home Administrator, Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care, Dental Lab, Respiratory Care Practitioner, Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Dental Assistant. Other healthcare professionals may also benefit from this continuing education content.
How do I report my CE credits after completing this course?
Your credits are automatically and instantly reported to CE Broker and CPE Monitor upon successful completion. No manual reporting is required on your part.
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
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Dawn O.Nutritionist
Verified reviewI 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.
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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI 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.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI 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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Priya M.Occupational Therapist
Verified reviewVery well written, easy to digest, time efficient, and straight to the point. Thank you!
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Cristina GRegistered Nurse
Verified reviewI 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.
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Allison B.Nurse Practitioner
Verified reviewI 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
John Villa MD, FACEP, FAAFP - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Jonas Ashbaugh DDS, FAGD - Dentist Planner
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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