Controlled substance and drug diversion
Tracking # 20-804246
$12.00
What you'll learn
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the healthcare professional will be able to:
1. Define controlled substances and describe their classifications and regulatory oversight.
2. Identify common forms, risk factors, and warning signs of drug diversion in healthcare settings.
3. Apply best practices for prevention, detection, and response to suspected drug diversion.
Course overview
This course provides healthcare professionals with essential knowledge regarding controlled substances and drug diversion in clinical settings. Participants will explore the classification of controlled substances, common methods of diversion, risk factors, legal and ethical responsibilities, and prevention strategies. Emphasis is placed on recognizing warning signs, implementing safeguards, and responding appropriately to suspected diversion to protect patients, staff, and professional licensure.
Subject areas
This course counts toward the state boards and subject areas below.
Alabama State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona Board of Occupational Therapy Examiners
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapy Assistant
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
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nurse Practitioner
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Nursing
APRN Temporary Certificate for Practice in Areas of Critical Need
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Nurse
Florida Board of Respiratory Care
Certified Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory Care Practitioner Critical Care
Respiratory Care Practitioner Non-Critical Care
Georgia Board of Nursing
Licensed Practical Nurse
Registered Professional Nurse
Georgia State Board of Long-Term Care Facility Administrators
Nursing Home Administrator
Georgia State Board of Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Mississippi State Board of Physical Therapy
Physical Therapist
Physical Therapist Assistant
New Mexico Board of Nursing
Certified Medication Aide
Certified Medication Aide II
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 Dentistry
Dental Assistant
Dental Hygienist
Dentist
West Virginia Board of Registered Nurses
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Registered Nurse
Disclosure statements
Participant achievement of the stated learning objectives is evaluated through completion of a post-test examination and review of case-based scenarios. A minimum passing score of 70% is required for successful completion.