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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Acetaminophen and NSAIDs Reference Sheet – Dentistry

Learn more about prescribing acetaminophen and NSAIDs for pain management after dental surgery.

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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.

Pediatric Best Practices Card

Easily share best practices for managing a child’s pain after 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.