Pain Management: Evidence-Based Guidance for Prescribing Opioids 5 Contact Hours, 5 Pharmacology Hours
Release Date: June 12, 2023
Expiration Date: June 12, 2026
Faculty Humberto Reinoso, Ph.D., FNP-BC, ENP-BC, serves as Assistant Professor and Nurse Practitioner Coordinator at Georgia Baptist College of Nursing of Mercer University. Dr. Reinoso’s clinical responsibilities have progressively evolved as his role in healthcare changed during the past 16 years of clinical practice. Initially, as a registered nurse (RN), he focused on providing the best care possible for patients at the bedside of a busy emergency department (ED) in a teaching hospital in south Florida. As an emergency nurse practitioner (NP), he focused on coordinating and improving patient care in the ED through prescribed interventions and advanced care. Having expanded his role and practice as a dual-certified advanced practice provider, he was granted a greater understanding of how nursing and medicine intertwine. As an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENP), he oversees a full range of nursing care for emergency department patients. Humberto Reinoso has disclosed that he has no significant financial or other conflicts of interest pertaining to this course. Course overview Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Pharmacists, and Dentists care for patients with disorders in many healthcare settings. Individuals may seek care for an acute illness or worsening of a chronic condition. Often, pain is the leading reason for seeking medical care. Appropriate prescribing practices are critical for all medications, but controlled substances require special attention. Substance use disorder costs society more than $740 billion annually in workplace productivity, healthcare, and crime-related Learning objectives After completing this course, the learner should be able to: Describe the roles of the DEA, FDA, and HHS in scheduling- controlled substances and enforcing controlled substance laws and regulations. Understand the different DEA Controlled Substance Schedules and prescribing regulations associated with the different DEA Controlled Substance Schedules. How to receive credit ● Read the entire course online or in print which requires a 5-hour commitment of time. ● Complete the self-assessment quiz questions which are at the end of the course or integrated throughout the course. These questions are NOT GRADED. The correct answer is shown after you answer the question. If the incorrect answer is selected, the rationale for the correct answer is provided. These questions help to affirm what you have learned from the course. ● Depending on your state requirements you will be asked to complete either: CE Broker reporting Colibri Healthcare, LLC, provider # 50-4007, reports course completion results within 1 business day to CE Broker. If you are licensed in Arkansas, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Michigan, Mississippi, New Mexico, North Dakota,
Robyn B. Caldwell, DNP, MSN, FNP-BC, PMHNP, earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Samford University in nursing administration with an emphasis on nursing education in 2013, A postmaster certificate as a psychiatric nurse practitioner (PMHNP) from Wilkes University in 2022, a postmasters certificate as a family nurse practitioner from Delta State University in 2003, a master’s degree in nursing administration (MSN) in 1996, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree in 1990 from the University of Tennessee. Dr. Caldwell has worked in various healthcare settings throughout her 32- year career, including adult and pediatric emergency nursing, nursing administration, and nursing education (LPN to DNP) in community college and university settings. She has published and presented on topics relevant to nursing education and patient outcomes at local, state, and national venues. Dr. Caldwell currently works in a rural urgent care setting. Robyn B. Caldwell, has disclosed that she has no significant financial or other conflicts of interest pertaining to this course. expenses (National Institute on Drug Abuse, 2020). In addition, substance use disorders are complex phenomena affecting many lives. This course provides a review of federal and state- controlled substance regulations and the prescribing practices for controlled substances. The focus is on clinical and safety considerations when prescribing non-cancer-related opioid medications for acute/chronic pain, with information on drug diversion. Review medical marijuana legislation. Describe essential considerations when prescribing controlled substances, including regulatory exceptions and clinical concerns. Describe controlled substance prescribing practices Substance Use and Drug Diversion in HCP. ○ An affirmation that you have completed the educational activity. ○ A mandatory test (a passing score of 70 percent is required). Test questions link content to learning objectives as a method to enhance individualized learning and material retention. ● If requested, provide required personal information and payment information. ● Complete the MANDATORY Course Evaluation. ● Print your Certificate of Completion.
South Carolina, or West Virginia, your successful completion results will be automatically reported for you.
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Book Code: AUS3024
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