Methods of Ingestion of Drugs and Associated Overdose Risk

Friday, Aug 30, 2024 • 12 pm to 1 pm

Virtual

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Abstract

Novel synthetic opioids, including fentanyl and nitazenes, all have deadly potential with every form of method of ingestion. A common general public misconception is that fentanyl is most dangerous when used intravenously, and consequently, many more persons who use fentanyl have turned to smoking the substance in a misplaced attempt to reduce their overdose harm potential. However, the truth is that illicit opioids have significant overdose fatality despite the method of ingestion. This presentation will describe all traditional methods of substance ingestion and emphasize the harm that can result from these uses. Additionally, we will discuss the evidence-based measures to reduce harm.

Objectives

  • Describe different routes of substance use and the physiologic mechanisms of the subsequent central nervous system effects
  • Identify misconceptions of perceived risk among persons who use illicit synthetic opioid products and varied routes of administration
  • Be able to confidently educate clients about the risk associated with all methods of ingesting substances and speak to the common misconceptions

Accreditation

PHYSICIAN (CME)

The University of Pittsburgh designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

NURSING (CNE)

A maximum of 1.0 nursing contact hours will be awarded. Participants will be able to claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the program.

SOCIAL WORK

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, University of Pittsburgh is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses, are approved under this program. State and provincial regulatory boards have the final authority to determine whether an individual course may be accepted for continuing education credit. University of Pittsburgh maintains responsibility for this course. Social workers completing this course receive 1.0 continuing education credits.

Psychologist (APA)

Continuing Education (CE) credits for psychologists are provided through the co-sponsorship of the American Psychological Association (APA) Office of Continuing Education in Psychology (CEP). The APA CEP Office maintains responsibility for the content of the programs.

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