Prescription of Controlled Substances: Benefits and Risks

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1 Sep 2023

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Estimated Time To Finish

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Activity Description

One of the most difficult challenges for any prescriber is distinguishing between the legitimate prescription of controlled substances versus the prescription potentially used for illegitimate purposes. To discern the difference, prescribers need to recognize the signs, symptoms, and treatment of acute and chronic pain and the signs and symptoms of patients misusing controlled substances. This activity assists interprofessional team members by helping develop an awareness of appropriate dosing and substance control and recognizing patients that may be abusing these drugs for non-legitimate purposes.

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:

Describe the Controlled Substances Act and its legal application to the prescribing and dispensing of medications.
Explain the characteristics of addictive disorders.
Identify the causes and types of pain.
Outline the role of the interprofessional team in assessing and treating pain appropriately and managing the use of controlled substances.

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Authors: Charles V. Preuss, Arun Kalava
Editors: Kevin C. King
Editor-in-Chief: Sarosh Vaqar
Nurse Reviewer: Sandra Coleman
Pharmacy Reviewer: Mark V. Pellegrini

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In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

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This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

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