Medical Marijuana: A Brief Overview
Tracking # 20-1128290
$15.00
What you'll learn
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
• Review the mechanism of action of medical marijuana.
• Summarize federal vs state laws as they relate to medical marijuana use.
• Differentiate between the two species of the cannabis plant and understand their effects.
• Review medial dispensary requirements for dispensing medical marijuana
• Understand the difference between medical marijuana and recreational marijuana.
• Understand the healthcare professional’s role in conducting a comprehensive assessment, providing patient education regarding medical marijuana use, and
monitoring a patient’s response to medical marijuana.
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
Course overview
Medical marijuana, also called medical cannabis therapy, refers to using the cannabis plant or its derivatives for therapeutic purposes to treat specific medical conditions and alleviate symptoms. In modern years there has been a resurgence of support for medical marijuana following anecdotal evidence and patient testimonials supporting its efficacy. Since the 1990s, several stats in the United States (US) have passed legislation legalizing medical marijuana use, paving the way for further research to supplement the current limited clinical data. Still, controversy surrounds its safe administration and long-term side effects. This course discusses medical marijuana in detail, examining its active ingredients, strains, delivery methods, and differences from recreational marijuana. This course also delves into the benefits, adverse reactions, legal status, and nursing considerations of medical marijuana and cannabidiol in the US.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Arkansas State Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Psychiatric Technician Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Practitioner
District of Columbia Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Florida Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing - Certified Nursing Assistants
Certified Nursing Assistant
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
Kansas State Board of Nursing
Licensed Mental Health Technician
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Michigan Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse Special Volunteer
Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse Special Volunteer
Mississippi Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Hampshire Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
North Dakota Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
South Carolina Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Tennessee Board of Nursing
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Medication Aide
Registered Nurse
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Wyoming Board of Nursing
Certified Nurse Midwife
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Certified Nurse Specialist
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
· Review the mechanism of action of medical marijuana.
· Summarize federal vs state laws as they relate to medical marijuana use.
· Differentiate between the two species of the cannabis plant and understand their effects.
· Review medial dispensary requirements for dispensing medical marijuana
· Understand the difference between medical marijuana and recreational marijuana.
· Understand the healthcare professional’s role in conducting a comprehensive assessment, providing patient education regarding medical marijuana use, and
monitoring a patient’s response to medical marijuana.
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.