Substance and Opioid Use Disorders
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Substance and Opioid Use Disorders is Dr. Onyejekwe’s 3rd presentation covering their respective clinical definitions, signs and symptoms, the abuse potential related to Gabapentin and Pregabalin and a patient-centered approach with treatment options including Medication - Assisted Treatment (MAT) which has been shown to significantly reduce the need for inpatient detoxification services. By providing valuable provider links and resources, the program serves as an excellent stepping stone for those providers unfamiliar with the process and medications pertaining to Medication - Assisted Treatment.
Educational Objectives
1. Identify the clinical definitions of substance and opioid use disorder and the signs and symptoms associated with both conditions.
2. Identify the potential for misuse that is associated with the use of gabapentin and pregabalin.
3. Identify a treatment strategy and approach centred on the patient for those who suffer from substance use disorders and opioid use disorders.
4. Describe the steps of the medication-assisted treatment procedure as well as the drugs that are involved.
Estimated time to complete this activity is 1 hour.
This activity is jointly provided by Your CE Source and eMedEd
“Course fulfills MATE DEA Requirements”
