The Special Considerations of Pain Management and Opioid Use in Older Adults (On-Demand)-Recording Presentation

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The webinar titled "Prescription Opioids and Older Adults" was presented by Dr. Mehran Mehrabi and hosted by the American Dental Association (ADA) in collaboration with the Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS). The webinar discussed the special considerations of pain management and opioid use in older adults. Dr. Mehrabi highlighted the importance of assessing pain and interpreting health status in older adults, as well as identifying risk factors for opioid toxicity. He emphasized the need for evidence-based practices and outlined different pain management options, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), acetaminophen, and opioids. Dr. Mehrabi discussed the potential risks associated with opioid use in the elderly population, including drug interactions, substance abuse, and addiction. He also provided recommendations on how to assess a patient's risk for substance abuse, such as asking about previous narcotic use, family history of substance abuse, and psychiatric disorders. The webinar aimed to educate healthcare professionals, including dentists, on appropriate pain management strategies for older adults, and to promote safe prescribing practices for opioid medications. This webinar was funded in part by a grant from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Keywords

Prescription Opioids and Older Adults

Dr. Mehran Mehrabi

pain management

opioid use

older adults

evidence-based practices

substance abuse

safe prescribing practices

grant funding