Overview / Abstract: |
Constipation, the most common side effect of chronic opioid therapy, is a constellation of symptoms that includes infrequent or incomplete bowel movements, abdominal pain or bloating, and the need to strain when having a bowel movement.1,2 In addition to constipation-related discomfort, opioid-induced constipation (OIC) produces significant health and quality-of-life burdens.3,4 Poorly managed OIC can lead patients to reduce or skip opioid doses, thereby decreasing adherence, increasing pain-related biopsychosocial complications, diminishing functional gains, and compromising overall outcomes.4-6 During this online Interactive Professorâ„¢ program, the expert faculty will present practical approaches to multimodal management of OIC. Presenting faculty will discuss initiation and escalation of appropriate therapies, including pharmacologic treatment modalities that have been specifically approved for OIC by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).7,8 This program will review the most recent evidence-based guidelines for management of OIC,9 as well as effective patient communication strategies for discussing opioid-related bowel issues and available treatment options. Participants will gain experience in a hands-on approach to bowel assessment, management strategies, and implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients with OIC. Coyne KS, LoCasale RJ, Datto CJ, Sexton CC, Yeomans K, Tack J. Opioid-induced constipation in patients with chronic noncancer pain in the USA, Canada, Germany, and the UK: descriptive analysis of baseline patient-reported outcomes and retrospective chart review. Clinicoecon Outcomes Res. 2014;6:269-281. |
Expiration |
Jan 03, 2021 |
Discipline(s) |
Clinical Laboratory CE, Nurse Practitioner , Nursing CNE, Physician CME, Physician Assistant CME |
Format |
Webinar / Webcast / Video |
Credits / Hours |
0.50 |
Accreditation |
ACCME, CME, CE, MOC, ANCC |
Presenters / Authors / Faculty |
Jeffrey A. Gudin, MD |
Activity Specialities / Related Topics |
Gastroenterology / GI, Oncology / Cancer / Radiation Therapy, Pain Management |
Sponsors / Supporters / Grant Providers |
This activity is supported by an educational grant from AstraZeneca. |
Keywords / Search Terms |
Integritas Communications Opioid induced constipation, constipation, pain, management, cancer, oncology, nursing credit, moc credit, cme, ce, credit Free CE CME |