Online Continuing Education Course
For U.S. Veterinary Medical Professionals
Earn 1 Hour Of RACE-Approved CE Credit
With This Online CE Course
The complexity of controlled substance regulations coupled with a limited understanding of drug diversion prevalence can make compliance challenging. This session will cover background information about the opioid epidemic to provide perspective on why the regulations are in place. It will also include information about the prevalence and signs of in-hospital drug diversion. Human statistics will be tied to veterinary medicine through specific case examples, focusing on considerations when utilizing controlled substances to treat animal patients. Additionally, this course will cover appropriate precautions to avoid supplying controlled substances to drug-seeking clients.
Earn 1 Hour Of RACE-Approved CE Credit With This Online CE Course
The complexity of controlled substance regulations coupled with a limited understanding of drug diversion prevalence can make compliance challenging. This session will cover background information about the opioid epidemic to provide perspective on why the regulations are in place. It will also include information about the prevalence and signs of in-hospital drug diversion. Human statistics will be tied to veterinary medicine through specific case examples, focusing on considerations when utilizing controlled substances to treat animal patients. Additionally, this course will cover appropriate precautions to avoid supplying controlled substances to drug-seeking clients.
About the Presenter
Lauren R. Forsythe, PharmD, DICVP, FSVHP
Dr. Lauren Forsythe is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital. She is also a diplomat of the International College of Veterinary Pharmacists.
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About the Presenter
Lauren R. Forsythe, PharmD, DICVP, FSVHP
Dr. Lauren Forsythe is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pharmacy at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital. She is also a diplomat of the International College of Veterinary Pharmacists.
