Presentation Synopsis
This educational presentation by the Opioid Remediation Collaborative (ORCNM) provides an in-depth overview of pharmacologic strategies for managing chronic pain. It explores various medication categories, clinical considerations, and non-opioid alternatives to support safe, effective, and individualized care. The presentation aims to promote awareness of best practices in prescribing, minimize risk, and advance function-focused treatment approaches in pain management.
Learning Objectives
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Identify the major categories of pharmacologic treatments for chronic pain and understand their general mechanisms of action.
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Explain key clinical considerations when prescribing medications, including patient history, diagnostic tools, and drug-drug interactions.
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Evaluate non-opioid pharmacologic options and understand their role in a multimodal approach to pain management.
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Understand the risks and side effects associated with long-term use of opioids, including tolerance, addiction, and functional decline.
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Recognize the importance of urine drug testing and pharmacologic agreements in monitoring safety and compliance.
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Learn principles of opioid conversion and dosing, including oral morphine equivalence and incomplete cross-tolerance.
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Identify common medication interactions (e.g., NSAIDs with anticoagulants) and assess risks for patients with renal or liver impairment.
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Emphasize the need for individualized, function-centered care plans that prioritize quality of life and reduce harm.
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