Fentanyl: Scourge of the Opioids

The opioid epidemic, labeled the most serious national issue of our time, has worsened with fentanyl. As a healthcare professional, you have a role in our nation’s fatal opioid epidemic. From those who prescribe to those who administer fentanyl, everyone plays a part in helping or hurting those seeking opioids for pain relief. This course will discuss the causes, definitions of use and abuse, pharmacodynamics, and prevention and treatment strategies for this serious issue in healthcare.

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Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 2.00 Contact hours
Course opens: 
02/21/2019
Course expires: 
09/01/2025
Cost:
$19.00
Rating: 
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Tracey Long, RN, PhD, APRN

AOTA Approved Provider Logo 2023ATrain Education is an AOTA Approved Provider of professional development. Approved provider #6558. This distance learning-independent is offered at 0.2 CEUs, introductory, Foundational Knowledge. The assignment of AOTA CEUs does not imply endorsement of specific course content, products, or clinical procedures by AOTA.

Available Credit

  • 2.00 Contact hours

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Cost:
$19.00
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