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2021 Opioid Quiz: Opioid Misuse in Geriatric Populations [OPD21-6830]

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2021 Opioid Quiz: Opioid Misuse in Geriatric Populations [OPD21-6830]

February 1, 2021 December 31, 2021

Question Expiration Policy

Each question may be answered for 48 hours after the question is delivered

Overview

OPD21-6830

Learning Objectives

  1. Recognize the implications of aging on opioid administration and subsequent choice of analgesic medication, dosage, and duration of therapy.
  2. Describe the risks of opioid prescription in the elderly alongside strategies to minimize the associated harm.
  3. Formulate plans of care that balance the risk of side effects and complications due to opioids and other analgesics with improvements in quality of life and functional status from adequate analgesia.
  4. Explain the prevalence of opioid-related complications, including diversion and overdose in the geriatric population and discuss potential solutions.

Credit Information

  • ACPE - Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education: 2.00 credits awarded for answering at least 8 questions .
  • ADA CERP - American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program: 2.00 credits awarded for answering at least 8 questions .
  • AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™: 2.00 credits awarded for answering at least 8 questions .
  • ANCC - American Nurses Credentialing Center: 2.00 credits awarded for answering at least 8 questions .
  • Non-Physician Attendance: 2.00 credits awarded for answering at least 8 questions .

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