Opioids: Important Things to Know
Welcome to the education resources on pain management and opioids. The Michigan Opioid Prescribing Engagement Network (Michigan OPEN) was founded to develop a preventive approach to the opioid epidemic in the state of Michigan. MSSIC is proud to partner with M-OPEN in an effort to prevent chronic opioid use and opioid related harms. The following resources were developed by M-OPEN for patient education purposes:
Adult Surgery Pain Management Guide
American College of Surgeons - Safe & Effective Pain Management
Managing Pain After Surgery
Medication Safe Storage Disposal
Non Medication Pain Management
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Michigan's Opioid Laws: What You Need to Know
This resource highlights the changes in Michigan's opioid prescribing laws and what patients can expect when receiving an opioid prescription. Doctors will review medication history through MAPS, only prescribe a maximum 7-day supply for acute pain, educate patients on the risks of opioid use, and have patients sign an education form. Visit Michigan-OPEN.org for more information.