Proven Strategies for Optimal Pain Management Outcomes in Special Populations: The Management of Knee OA in a Patient with Cardiovascular Disease

Credits: 0.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™   CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-cme-ce/Podcast/pain-management-outcomes-special-populations  Overview: Tapering opioids is frequently necessary in clinical practice, either to reduce harm or because of lack of significant benefit. The most important aspect of opioid tapering is discussing the reasons for it with the patient. Opioid tapering should be a measure of safety—and in no way punitive. Complete this activity to learn appropriate and inappropriate reasons for tapering opioid therapy and strategies to counsel patients and manage withdrawal and psychological issues. This  activity is supported by an independent educational grant from the Opioid Analgesic REMS Program Companies. Please see https://www.opioidanalgesicrems.com/Resources/Docs/List_of_RPC_Companies.pdf  for a listing of REMS Program Companies. This activity is intended to be fully compliant with the Opioid Analgesic REMS education requirements issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).