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Tennessee Guidelines for Controlled Substance Prescribing and Abuse
2 hours
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$27
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Great course. Very surprised of the percentages of the population that use and are addicted to opioids, the age groups mainly.
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Course
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
Tennessee Guidelines for Controlled Substance Prescribing and Abuse
2.0 CE CreditsText
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.
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What you'll learn
At the conclusion of this course, participants will be able to:
Identify the key principles of the Tennessee guidelines when initiating or continuing opioid therapy.
Classify controlled substances according to federal schedules.
Describe drug misuse, abuse, and diversion within a healthcare setting.
Analyze legal and professional standards associated with prescribing controlled substances.
Course description
This 2-hour course provides a basic overview of the Tennessee Chronic Pain Clinical Practice Guidelines regarding the prescribing of controlled substances. The content covers the legal and professional standards of prescribing, risk stratification, and patient monitoring to help healthcare professionals safely manage pain. Learners will be able to identify key principles of the Tennessee guidelines, classify controlled substances, and describe drug misuse and diversion prevention strategies within a healthcare setting.
This education addresses the critical need to improve safe prescribing practices, strengthen clinician understanding of addiction and diversion risks, and ensure compliance with Tennessee and federal controlled substance regulations.
State requirement: This course satisfies the 2-hour continuing education requirement for prescribing professionals in Tennessee.
Course content
Introduction and Tennessee Prescribing Context
Tennessee Chronic Pain Guidelines and Opioid Therapy Requirements
Controlled Substances and High-Risk Medication Classes
Prevention and Risk Management Strategies
Overdose Risk Management, Naloxone, and Safe Disposal
Conclusion
References
Course details
Release Date05/26/2026
Expiration Date05/26/2029
CE Broker ID
AGD Number386503
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
Autonomous Advanced Practice Registered NurseAdvanced Practice Nurse PrescribersCertified Nurse MidwifeRegistered Nurse PractitionerAdvanced Practice NursesForensic Nurse-CSACertified Registered Nurse AnesthetistPsychiatric NurseClinical Nurse SpecialistAPRN - Certified Nurse MidwifeLicensed Practical NurseNurse PractitionerRegistered NurseAdvanced Practice Registered NursePublic Health NurseLicensed Vocational NurseCertified Nurse Specialist
Accreditations
AchieveCE. Nationally Approved PACE Program Provider for FAGD/MAGD credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. 09/01/2025 to 08/31/2029. Provider ID# 386503
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 Dentistry, Nursing, Physician - ACCME - 2 Hours. 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.
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- Verified reviewIt is in line with common issues faced as a prescriber
- Verified reviewGreat course. Very surprised of the percentages of the population that use and are addicted to opioids, the age groups mainly.
- Verified reviewQuick, informative and easy to access!
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Requirements & disclosures
Financial Disclosures
This educational 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 this activity:
John Villa, MD, FACEP, FAAFP - Faculty
Patricia Dunn, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC - Nurse Planner, Content Reviewer
Marie Fluent DDS, CDIPC - Dentist Planner
Michelle Barrera – Planner
Luke Porter - Planner
Vicki Holder - Content Developer
Andrea Espiritu – Content Reviewer
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Requirements for Credit
To earn credit, participants must complete the entire activity, score at least 70% on the post-test, and submit the activity evaluation. The post-test has no time limit and may be taken as many times as needed.
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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