NIDA Initiating BUP Resources for Prescribers
Includes examples and cases for motivating patients (National Institute on Drug Abuse)
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Provider Resources
Addictionary
If we want addiction destigmatized, we need a language that’s unified. The words we use matter. Caution needs to be taken, especially when the disorders concerned are heavily stigmatized as substance use disorders are.
Overdose Prevention and Response Toolkit
Includes basic information on overdose prevention and treatment as well as specific guidance and resources for health care providers and prescribers. (SAMHSA)
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Talking About Naloxone with Patients Prescribed Opioids
This guide offers tips to help clinicians communicate the benefits of naloxone to patients, family members, and caregivers. (CDC)
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When to Offer Naloxone to Patients
Only 1 naloxone prescription is dispensed for every 70 high-dose opioid prescriptions. As a healthcare professional, you play a critical role in ensuring patients receive naloxone. (CDC)
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National Quality Forum Opioid Stewardship Playbook
The National Quality Partners™ (NQP) Opioid Stewardship Action Team brought together experts and recognized leaders from the private and public sectors committed to addressing the nation’s escalating opioid epidemic.
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Michigan OPEN: Opioid Prescribing
OPEN takes a preventative approach to the opioid epidemic by focusing on appropriate opioid prescribing and pain management best practices in acute care settings (surgery, dentistry, emergency medicine, obstetrics, pediatrics).
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Kentucky Poison Control Information for Healthcare Professionals
Acetaminophen Overdose Faxable Guidelines, Recommendations RE Cetylev, Antidote Stocking Guide, Ethanol Dosing for Toxic Alcohol Ingestion, Synthetic Cannabinoids
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