by Judy Thibeau | Jun 23, 2022
In this course, Dr. Nichols will address what polypharmacy is and the impact of polypharmacy on patient care and quality of life. This course also addresses management strategies for polypharmacy, emphasizing polypharmacy management that involves opioids and...
by Judy Thibeau | Jun 23, 2022
In this course, Dr. Goldsmith will explore how stigma undermines evidence-based practice to address opioid use disorder, treatment and recovery. It will examine the factors that contribute to the opioid epidemic as well as what can be done to help communities move...
by Judy Thibeau | Jun 23, 2022
Methamphetamine and cocaine use rates and overdose deaths are rapidly increasing in much of the U.S. Clinical challenges presented by stimulant users and current protocols for addressing acute medical/psychiatric conditions will be reviewed in this course and...
by Judy Thibeau | Jun 23, 2022
A retrospective review explores how a Maine substance treatment program was able to dramatically increase their access to addiction treatment through process improvement. How it Works After watching a video presentation by Eric Haram, LADC, you will be required to...
by Judy Thibeau | Jun 23, 2022
When prescribing opioids, it is essential to balance the potential therapeutic benefit with the known and potential serious risks associated with these drugs. The Food and Drug Administration now requires a Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) from...