Open Community Workers
You’re on the frontlines, helping to manage the complex issues associated with chronic opioid use and dependency. We’re working to change the way opioids are dispensed and used by offering evidenced-based alternatives for healthcare providers and patients, while also trying to affect legislation to combat the epidemic. Here you can find resources, like:
See the latest information for community workers:
POPULAR
Adult Prescribing Recommendations
Use OPEN’s evidence-based prescribing recommendations for tailored pain management after surgery in adult patients.
POPULAR
Surgical Prescribing: Summary of Best Practices
Stay up to date with OPEN’s summary of best practices for prescribing after surgery.
Adult Surgery Pain Management Guide for Patients
Learn how to prepare for surgery and to help manage pain after surgery.
Adult Surgery Pain Management Guide for Healthcare Providers
As a healthcare provider, learn evidence-based approaches to help manage your patient’s pain after surgery.
4 Evidence-based Reasons To Improve Opioid Prescribing Practices After Surgery
Explore 4 evidence-based reasons to improve opioid prescribing practices after surgery.
Pain and Opioid Data Collection
Explore OPEN’s process to create and evaluate opioid prescribing recommendations.
Levels of Evidence
Explore the five Levels of evidence to use while making educated determinations about prescribing and care.