Substance Abuse

Demographics. - Legal Issues. - The multidisciplinary approach to substance abuse management. - Why a multidisciplinary approach? . - The role of the physician. - The role of the psychologist. - The role of the nurse. - The role of the physical therapist and the occupational therapist. - The role of the pharmacist. - Screening and assessment for substance abuse. - Inpatient screening and assessment. - Outpatient screening and assessment. - Substances of Abuse. - Food. - Alcohol (genetics, prevention, complications, and treatment). - Tobacco. - Induction agents (propofol, nitrous oxide, and inhaled agents). - Prescription drugs. - Cocaine. - Amphetamines. - Herbs. - Opioids. - Treatment Modalities. - Pharmacotherapy in substance abuse and addiction. - Methadone. - Buprenorphine. - Opioid sparing drugs(ketamine, clonidine, gabapentin, and novel analgesics). - Non-pharmacological approaches (relaxation techniques, acupuncture, nerve stimulation, hypnosis, etc.). - Special Clinical Scenarios. - Post-operative pain management (including regional anesthesia). - Management of chronic pain. - Management of acute pain. - Unique Issues in Selected Populations. - Children and adolescents. - Older adults. - Healthcare professionals.