Opioid Use Disorder and Pregnancy, Part 1: What Does Evidence-Based Care Look Like?

Course overview

Perinatal opioid use is a serious public health challenge in the United States which is associated with morbidity and mortality for both mothers and their infants. Emergency and maternity care staff are uniquely positioned to assist by facilitating access to treatment and comprehensive care. What information is available for screening approaches for prenatal substance use? What kinds of treatment programs are available for pregnant women who struggle with opioid use disorders?