Module 4: Opioid Pharmacology and Dosing Management-Presentation

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In the first video, Dr. Melissa Wymer discusses opioid pharmacology and dosing management. She explains the different types of opioids, their unique properties, and the importance of individualizing treatment based on the patient's needs and prior experience with opioids. Dr. Wymer also highlights the risks and adverse effects associated with opioids and provides dosing guidelines. She emphasizes the importance of closely monitoring patients and managing the adverse effects, as well as the collateral risks of opioids such as accidental ingestion by children.<br /><br />In the second video, the speaker focuses on prescribing and tapering opioids. They discuss the correlations between opioid overdose risk and higher opioid doses, and the importance of using the same conversion factors for calculating morphine equivalents per day. The speaker discusses options for transitioning to extended-release formulations and highlights the use of opioid rotation to improve outcomes and minimize adverse events. They also touch on addressing physical dependence and individual patient responses to opioids. Discontinuing or tapering opioids is discussed, with different tapering approaches for patients with varying risk situations. The speaker emphasizes self-care for healthcare professionals and the importance of providing support, treatment, and monitoring. The video concludes with information about opioid use disorder treatment and the significance of naloxone.<br /><br />No credits were mentioned in either summary.

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Note: The modules in this curriculum have been revised from material released in 2017. The revision includes up-to-date content, including accommodations for shifts in language and terminology. The slides throughout this curriculum have been updated to reflect these changes.

Keywords

Dr. Melissa Wymer

opioid pharmacology

dosing management

types of opioids

individualizing treatment

adverse effects

dosing guidelines

monitoring patients

opioid overdose risk

prescribing opioids

tapering opioids

opioid rotation