Combatting the Crisis: Understanding and Intervening in the Opioid Epidemic
Learn about opiates, opioids, drug abuse, and related deaths in the US, including withdrawal symptoms and treatment, in this informative course.
About this course
Given the escalating opioid epidemic, it is paramount that healthcare professionals deepen their comprehension of the complexities surrounding opioid abuse. This 2- hour course will elucidate the climbing prevalence of opioids in drug abuse and drug-related fatalities in the United States. Participants will discern the nuanced differences between opiates and opioids, and will be introduced to examples of both natural and synthetic opioids. They will be informed about the major drivers behind the meteoric rise of opioid abuse and will explore the new diagnosis designated to opioid abuse and/or dependence in the DSM V. The course will guide the participants in identifying the signs of opioid abuse and overdose, as well as the symptoms of opioid withdrawal. It will also spotlight the triad of symptoms specific to opioid overdoses. Finally, the course will delve into the initial treatment strategies for an opioid overdose, providing the necessary practical skills to effectively respond to such critical events. This comprehensive understanding will equip healthcare professionals to better identify, intervene, and possibly prevent opioid-related incidents, thus contributing to a healthier society.
Course Accreditation
This course is approved for the following professions. You can get more details on each profession by clicking on it.
Instructors
Jamie Surratt, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist in Jacksonville, FL. She attended medical school at University Of Louisville School Of Medicine in 1986. She completed her residency at Washington University School Of Medicine. She is affiliated with Integrated Community Oncology Network LLC, Memorial Hospital Jacksonville and Orlando Physician Specialists Llc. Jamie Surratt was board certified by American Board of Diagnostic Radiology Certification in Diagnostic Radiology.
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