APRN Controlled Substance Prescribing 3 Contact Hours including 3 Advanced Pharmacology Hours

Course overview

Opioids manage pain but are associated with many risks, including abuse, diversion, and inappropriate use. A controlled substance is a drug, compound, preparation, mixture, or substance contained in Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V. This list is updated annually, and substances are classified into their schedules based on the substance's current medical use, abuse potential, and the likelihood of causing dependence.