THE OPIOID USE IN OLDER ADULTS COMPENDIUM OF RESOURCES: A USER-FRIENDLY TOOL FOR PRIMARY CARE
2024
Opioid Use in Older Adults: A Resource for Primary Care
Sample size: 14
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Author Information
Author(s): Vinson Latrice, Dotson Vonetta, Bierman Arlene
Primary Institution: Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality
Hypothesis
There is limited understanding of how to manage opioid use and misuse among older adults in primary care.
Conclusion
The Compendium provides tools and strategies to improve opioid management and prevent misuse in older adults.
Supporting Evidence
- The Compendium was created through a three-stage process involving environmental scans and expert feedback.
- It identifies seven high-leverage changes to improve opioid management.
- PCPs can access the Compendium online for quality improvement activities.
Takeaway
This study created a helpful guide for doctors to better manage opioid use in older people.
Methodology
The Compendium was developed through an environmental scan, expert panel feedback, and testing in learning collaboratives.
Participant Demographics
Primary care practices involved in quality improvement projects.
Digital Object Identifier (DOI)
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