ID and Treatment of Synthetic Recreational Drugs in the Withdrawing Patient

Learning Objectives:

●    Address new and familiar terms
●    Understand substance use trends
●    Recognize adulterants
●    Describe the utility of the urine drug screen
●    Apply medical management techniques of withdrawal syndromes (opioids, benzodiazepines)

Accreditation Statement for DOCME programs:

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA). The Mississippi Osteopathic Medical Association (MOMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians.

Disclosure:  

Dr. Cates has two disclosures: The ANTIDOTE Institute; NIH/NIDA funded program, which are mentioned in this presentation. 

Grievance Statement:

All grievances may be directed to MOMA's Executive Director at info@moma-net.org. All grievances will receive an initial response within 30 days of receipt.  If the participant does not receive a satisfactory response, they can submit a complaint to the Bureau of Osteopathic Education of the AOA at 142 East Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60611.