Learning Objectives:
1) Learners will understand the principles of multimodal pain management and identify various non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatment options, emphasizing the role of non-opioid therapies in managing pain effectively.
2) Learners will understand the importance of regular monitoring and follow-up when prescribing pain medications, including the use of prescription drug monitoring programs (PDMPs) and ongoing assessments of pain control and functional outcomes.
3) Learners will develop effective communication strategies to discuss pain management options with patients, including how to address concerns about opioids, set realistic pain management expectations, and engage in shared decision-making.
4) Learners will be able to access and apply evidence-based guidelines, such as the CDC’s opioid prescribing guidelines, to make informed decisions about initiating, continuing, or discontinuing opioid therapy.
5) Learners will be able to integrate screening and risk assessment tools into their clinical practice to evaluate patients for potential opioid misuse or dependency, ensuring safer prescribing practices.
6) Learners will be able to conduct comprehensive pain assessments by utilizing standardized tools and methods to accurately evaluate the intensity, type, and impact of pain on patients’ daily lives.
Accreditation Statement:
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. MAOPS designates this program for a maximum of 1 AOA Category 1-A CME credit(s) and will report CME and specialty credits commensurate with the extent of the physician’s participation.
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons (MAOPS) designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Planning Disclosure:
The Missouri Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons Education Planning Committee has no relevant financial relationships with any organization producing, marketing, reselling, or distributing healthcare goods or services consumed by, or used on, patients relative to the content of this presentation.
AOA Grievance Policy:
All grievances should be in writing and specify the nature of the grievance. Initially, all grievances should be directed to the MAOPS Executive Director, who will then forward said grievance to the Virtual CME Committee. All grievances will receive an initial written response within 30 days of receipt. If a participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint in writing to the Council on Continuing Medical Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.