The 8-hour Buprenorphine Training - PART 1 - 1/14/2023-Presentation Slides Part 1

Presentation Slides Part 1 - STEPHEN WYATT, DO

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Co-occurring substance use and psychiatric disorders pose challenges in treatment, requiring a combination of psychotherapeutic and pharmacologic interventions. Buprenorphine maintenance treatment may affect pain management, requiring consultation with specialists. Pregnant women with opioid use disorder should receive medication-assisted treatment with buprenorphine. Adolescents with opioid use disorder need integrated treatment strategies. HIV-positive individuals with opioid use disorder should receive comprehensive care. Individualized and comprehensive approaches are crucial for optimal outcomes. For a 35-year-old teacher with heroin addiction, buprenorphine treatment should be initiated, with careful monitoring and observation. Integrated care, including psychotherapy and counseling, is important. Urine drug tests and occasional confirmatory tests can assess treatment adherence. Medically supervised withdrawal is an option, with the duration and intensity tailored to the individual's needs. Follow-up appointments and supportive care are crucial for successful recovery.

Keywords

substance use

psychiatric disorders

treatment challenges

Buprenorphine maintenance treatment

opioid use disorder

adolescents

integrated treatment strategies

HIV-positive individuals

medically supervised withdrawal

successful recovery