Opioid use has increased dramatically in the United States and across the globe. It is an issue for entire communities, not just for those professionals working in addiction medicine. This webinar will look at how opioids affect the human nervous system as well as the human body. Specific pharmacologic interventions, especially methadone and buprenorphine, will be discussed in opioid addiction. Finally, the use of Narcan for opioid overdose will be discussed. [This webinar will complete your prescription opioid social work license requirement.]
At the conclusion of the webinar, participants will be able to:
Summarize the biological mechanisms of opioid addiction
List at least three pharmacological interventions based on the phases of opioid addiction
Summarize the importance of providing appropriate interventions based on how opioid use affects nervous system structures; included will be an overview of Narcan administration
9:30 am Welcome/Introduction
9:35 pm Overview
10:40 pm How do opioids work in the brain/body
11:25 pm Medications used to treat opioid addiction
12:00 pm Narcan use/administration
12:25 pm Conclusion/Q&A