SUBSCRIBER INSTRUCTIONS

Participants will need a computer with internet connection sufficient for streaming media. The activity is a self-paced paper. The online module order is as follows:

1. Learning Activity
2. Post-test
3. Learner Self Evaluation (included in Post-test, linked above)

All components of the activity are taken online. The assessment and post-test will remain locked until the learning module is completed. To receive credit, participants must (1) read the target audience, learning objectives, and disclosure statements, (2) complete the educational activity online, and (3) complete the post-test and activity evaluation.

It is estimated that this activity will take approximately 1 hour to complete. To receive 1 credit, the learner must receive a minimum score of 80% on the post-test. Two attempts are permitted to reach 80% score.

Once all requirements have been met and verified by the Continuing Education Coordinator, the certificate of completion will be sent directly to the participant.

Target Audience:
Anesthesiologists & CRNAs

Disclosures:
Individuals involved in the planning, reviewing or execution of this activity have indicated they have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.

Program Description:
The objective of this systematic review is to appraise techniques by anesthesia providers to reduce the risk of relapse in surgical patients recovering from substance abuse.

Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:

1. Describe the importance of a life of recovery from substance abuse.
2. List factors in the perioperative period that increase the risk of relapse for patients recovering from substance abuse.
3. Describe complementary and non-pharmacological techniques to add to a patient’s plan of care.
4. Discuss 3 predictors for relapse.
5. Discuss pharmacological recommendations for patients recovering from substance abuse.

This program has been prior approved by the American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology for 1.00 Class A CE credits; Code Number 1043956; Expiration Date 1/31/2027.

If you have questions, please email scholarlyworks@mtsa.edu.