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Activity Steps

Purpose of Activity

To provide information on the pharmacology of opioids in the context of adolescent brain neurobiology to help explain the enhanced vulnerability to drug abuse in this population.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Outline the pharmacology of opioids in the context of adolescent brain neurobiology.
  2. Identify issues related to opioid prescriptions and pain management in adolescents undergoing orthopedic procedures.
Price: $17.95

Credits:

  • NAADAC 1.5 CH

Wolters Kluwer Health is a NAADAC-Approved Education Provider. Provider number 110696.

Professions: Addiction Counselor
Test Code: ON0319H-AC
Published: Mar/Apr 2019
Expires: 10/31/2024
Required Passing Score: 15/19 (78%)
Authors: T. Celeste Napier, PhD; Amanda L. Persons, PhD
Specialties: Addictions