In this presentation, Cassandra White, PharmD, BCACP, BCGP, will explore the intricate landscape of opioid pharmacology and review the potential risks associated with these powerful analgesics. The focus of this activity will extend to the critical intersection of opioids with other high-risk medications. The presenter will also review the mitigating risks of opioid therapy when combined with other medications, optimizing pain management, and ensuring patient safety when combining opioid therapy with dangerous medications.
Objectives:
1. Learners will recognize the risks and benefits of opioid therapy, and the importance of individualized treatment plans based on patient characteristics.
2. Learners will analyze the interactions between opioids and other high-risk medications, such as benzodiazepines, muscle relaxants, or certain antidepressants.
3. Learners will understand the importance of collaboration among healthcare professionals, including physicians, pharmacists, and other specialists, in managing patients on opioid therapy.
4. Learners will apply evidence-based strategies for mitigating dangerous medication combinations and the risks associated with opioid therapy, including constipation, nausea and vomiting, and respiratory depression.
5. Learners will integrate the latest guidelines and best practices related to opioid prescribing, with a focus on safety considerations and the avoidance of dangerous medication combinations into their practice.
Accreditation Statements:
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.
MAOPS designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A CME credit(s) and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
MAOPS designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)ä. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Planning Disclosure: The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons Education Planning Committee has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing healthcare goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of this presentation.
Grievance Policy: All grievances should be in writing and should specify the nature of the grievance. Initially, all grievances should be directed to the MAOPS Executive Director, who will then forward said grievance to the Education & Convention Committee. All grievances will receive an initial response in writing within 30 days of receipt. If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, then they can submit a complaint in writing to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.