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Opioid Primer: How to Support Safe Opioid Prescribing?
2 hours
Credits / Contact Hours
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Priya M.
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Course
Learn about the CDC's Opioid Guidelines, chronic opioid therapy, and tools to ensure safe and effective regimens in this CPE activity for healthcare professionals.
Course
Opioid Primer: How to Support Safe Opioid Prescribing?
2.0 Credits / CME HoursText
Learn about the CDC's Opioid Guidelines, chronic opioid therapy, and tools to ensure safe and effective regimens in this CPE activity for healthcare professionals.
Nationally & state accredited
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What you'll learn
Pharmacist Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Identify how Key Recommendations from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention 2016 Guidelines on Chronic Opioid Use for Non-Cancer Pain can be applied to patient care scenarios
Recognize the differences between opioid dependence and opioid addiction
Describe the basics of opioid tapering
Pharmacy Technician Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
Review the Key Recommendations from Center for Disease Control and Prevention 2016 Guidelines on Chronic Opioid Use for Non-Cancer Pain
Identify medications that are classified as opioids
Recognize the differences between opioid dependence and opioid addiction
Course description
Following the 2018 release of the CDC’s Opioid Guidelines, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals have become increasingly involved in the identification and management of substance use disorders. However, the wording of the guidelines has created ambiguity around the appropriateness of opioid use. Improving understanding of chronic opioid therapy will allow pharmacists and other healthcare professionals to partner with providers to ensure regimens are safe and effective. This CPE activity will focus on presenting guidelines as a “guideline” rather than a black and white application for all patients. Areas of ambiguity such as MED cut-offs will be addressed. Tools to help determine the safety and efficacy of therapy will be introduced. The relationship between mental health conditions and opioid use will also be discussed.
Course content
Introduction
Assessing if Opioids Should be Initiated or Continued for Chronic Pain
Opioid Selection, Dosing, Duration, and Follow-Up
Special Circumstances
Fentanyl
Methadone
A Word of Caution
The Art of Tapering
Example Taper from Immediate Release Product
Example Taper from Extended-Release Product
Multi-Product Tapers
Transdermal Fentanyl
Assessing Risks and Mitigating Harms
Naloxone
Urine Drug Testing
Identifying and Treating Substance Use Disorder
Misapplication of Guidelines
Conclusion
References
Post-Test
Course details
Release Date06/03/2024
Expiration Date06/03/2027
Review Date06/03/2027
ACPE UAN0657-0000-24-037-H08-P 0657-0000-24-037-H08-T
CE Broker ID20-799357
AGD Number386503 | Course Code: 340
Activity TypeKnowledge-based
Activity FormatEnduring
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Instructor
Jineane VenciPharmD, MS-CI, BCACP
Jineane VenciPharmD, MS-CI, BCACP
Jineane Venci received her Doctorate of Pharmacy from the University of Buffalo in 2009. She subsequently completed a PGY-1 pharmacy residency at The University of Rochester Medical Center and received a Masters in Clinical Investigation from The University of Rochester. She is a Board Certified Ambulatory Care Pharmacist and is employed as a Senior Clinical Pharmacy Specialist at a large academic medical center.
Ideal CE course for these professions
This continuing education course is especially relevant for these healthcare professions, but other professionals may also benefit
Dental TherapistAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersPharmacistSocial Worker InternCertified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Social WorkerLicensed Clinical Social WorkerCertified Master Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social WorkerNursing Assistive PersonnelExpanded Function Dental AssistantDental HygienistCertified Nurse AidesExpanded Function Dental AuxiliaryAdvanced Dental AssistantRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseLicensed Independent Clinical Social WorkerLicensed Psychiatric Technician NurseNurse PractitionerDentistRegistered NurseLicensed Nursing AssistantAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseDental TechnicianLicensed Masters Social WorkerCommunity Dental Health CoordinatorMaster's Social WorkNursing Home AdministratorDental LabLicensed Certified Social WorkerLicensed Baccalaureate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker DualCertified Nursing AssistantRegistered Social Worker AssistantDenturistRegistered Dental AssistantGeneral DentistPharmacy TechnicianBachelor's Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Advanced PracticeDental Assistant RadiographerChemical Dependency CounselorChemical Dependency Counselor AssistantLicensed Graduate Social WorkerLicensed Independent Social Worker Clinical PracticeDental Assistant
Accreditations
AchieveCE is an approved provider (Provider #50-20641) of continuing education for chemical dependency professionals.
Frequently asked questions
How many CE credits does this course provide?
This course, "Opioid Primer: How to Support Safe Opioid Prescribing?", provides 2 contact hours of continuing education credit upon successful completion.
Is this course accredited?
Yes, this course is accredited by Chemical Dependency Professionals, Dentistry, Nursing, Mental Health, 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, Advanced Practice Nurse Prescribers, Pharmacist, Social Worker Intern, Certified Nurse Midwife, Licensed Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Certified Master Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker, Nursing Assistive Personnel, Expanded Function Dental Assistant, Dental Hygienist, Certified Nurse Aides, 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 Independent Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Dentist, Registered Nurse, Licensed Nursing Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, Dental Technician, Licensed Masters Social Worker, Community Dental Health Coordinator, Master's Social Work, Nursing Home Administrator, Dental Lab, Licensed Certified Social Worker, Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Dual, Certified Nursing Assistant, Registered Social Worker Assistant, Denturist, Registered Dental Assistant, General Dentist, Pharmacy Technician, Bachelor's Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Advanced Practice, Dental Assistant Radiographer, Chemical Dependency Counselor, Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant, Licensed Graduate Social Worker, Licensed Independent Social Worker Clinical Practice, 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.
Pr
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:
Jineane Venci, PharmD, MS-CI, BCACP - Content Expert and Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner
Pete Kreckel, RPh - Pharmacist Planner
Marie T. Fluent, DDS, CDIPC - 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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