Methadone: A Review for Hospice Providers

Course Code: REL-PAC-ENCLARA-MARHP

Hours: 1

Type: Online Course

Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2027

Learning Objectives:
Describe the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of methadone
List variables that increase the risk of methadone induced QTc prolongation
Describe appropriate candidates for therapy
Determine a starting dose in opioid naïve patients
Calculate an appropriate dose for a patient converting from another opioid regimen
Describe monitoring plan designed to detect toxicity

Outline:
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Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: Nurses; in the following settings: Post-Acute Care.

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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.