Materials
Education is key for empowerment. We aim to provide patients and providers with resources to support informed decision making. OPEN offers a wide range of evidence-based materials that highlight the latest best practices for healthcare professionals, patients and their families from pain management to safe storage and disposal of medications.
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Initiatives:
Harm ReductionNaloxone
Safe Use Supplies
Pain Management
Dentistry Pain Management
OB Pain Management
Opioid Prescribing
Pediatrics Pain Management
Surgery Pain Management
Prevention
Safe Storage and Disposal
Stigma Reduction
Substance Use Disorder
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder
SUD Surgical Care
Youth Engagement
OPEN Teen
Painless: The Opioid Musical
Specialties:
DentistryImpact Reports
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pediatrics
Surgery
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Acetaminophen and NSAIDs Reference Sheet – Dentistry
Learn more about prescribing acetaminophen and NSAIDs for pain management after dental surgery.
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 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.
4 Evidence-based Reasons To Improve Opioid Prescribing Practices After Dental Surgery
Explore 4 evidence-based reasons to improve opioid prescribing practices after dental surgery.
Levels of Evidence
Explore the five Levels of evidence to use while making educated determinations about prescribing and care.
Permanent Disposal Guide
Learn how to implement a permanent medication disposal box program in your community.
Words Matter Video – Shatterproof
Changing our language improves outcomes for those struggling with addiction. Watch this brief video to learn more.
Addiction Language Guide – Shatterproof
Comprehensive addiction language guide to reduce use of stigmatizing language.
Risky Substance Use in Surgery Toolkit
Learn more about how risky substance use impacts patients having surgery and best practices for identification and coordination of care for those with risky use.
Acetaminophen and NSAIDs Reference Sheet – Surgery
Learn more about prescribing acetaminophen and NSAIDs for pain management after surgery.
Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain (CDC)
Intended to improve communication between providers and patients about the risks and benefits of opioid therapy for chronic pain, improve the safety and effectiveness of pain treatment, and reduce the risks associated with long-term opioid therapy, including opioid use disorder and overdose.
How to Perform Rescue Breathing – Take ACTION Overdose Training
Learning to perform rescue breathing on someone who is experiencing an opioid overdose.
Emergency Department Naloxone Implementation Guide
Learn how to facilitate and implement unique and tailored naloxone distribution programs in your Emergency Department.
Medication Take Back Event Guide
Learn how to successfully host a Medication Take Back Event in your community.