Opioid Use Disorder

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (808 Reviews)

Credits

2.00

Post Assessment Questions

14

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

17 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

120 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

This activity focuses on the critical evaluation and management of opioid use disorder (OUD), a pervasive condition significantly diminishing patients' quality of life and contributing to a widespread epidemic in the United States. With over 16 million affected globally and 2.1 million in the United States, the course emphasizes the urgency of identifying and promptly treating persistent opioid use and misuse. Participants will review evidence-based treatment options, including methadone and buprenorphine, and examine their roles in both the acute phase for detoxification and long-term management. The program also discusses the Mainstreaming Addiction Treatment (MAT) Act, which empowers healthcare providers to prescribe buprenorphine without the previous X-Waiver limitations. Furthermore, the course explores the multidimensional approach to treatment, including behavioral therapy, peer support, and the integration of nonpharmacologic interventions, reinforcing the need for an interprofessional team in optimizing patient care. Overall, this activity will equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the intricate landscape of OUD, emphasizing a patient-centered, evidence-based, and interdisciplinary approach to improve outcomes and address the ongoing opioid epidemic.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, nurse practitioners, and dentists.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the symptoms of opioid use disorder and opioid-related medical emergencies. 

  • Implement appropriate evaluation and diagnosis strategies for opioid use disorder.

  • Differentiate the various treatment options for opioid use disorder, including pharmacologic and nonpharmacologic strategies. 

  • Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals to diagnose, treat, and comprehensively manage opioid use disorder.

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