Section: Module 2 : Overview of Buprenorphine | Buprenorphine Training: Treating Opioid Use Disorder | NextGenU.org
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Competency covered in this module:- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Buprenorphine, its mechanism of action, and its role in treating opioid overdoses.
- Understand the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of Buprenorphine.
- Learn about the potential side effects and contraindications of Buprenorphine.
- Learn about both existing and emerging Buprenorphine formulations.
Approximate time required for the readings for this module (at 144 words/minute): 3 hours 9 minutes.
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Module Summary:
Please review the learning resource summarizing the key concepts and information for Module 2. This resource provides a comprehensive overview, highlighting the most important points and insights to help you grasp the foundational elements of the topic.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Buprenorphine, its mechanism of action, and its role in treating opioid overdoses.
- Understand the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of Buprenorphine.
- Learn about the potential side effects and contraindications of Buprenorphine.
- Learn about both existing and emerging Buprenorphine formulations.
If you would like more detailed information, please refer to the supplementary links provided below.
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of Buprenorphine, its mechanism of action, and its role in treating opioid overdoses.
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Students mustMark as done
Supplementary Learning Resources:
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Read entire page (47 minutes)
Journal of Addiction Medicine -2019
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Read sections 3 to 12 only (42 minutes)
Expert Opinion on Pharmacotherapy - 2022
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Quiz
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Students mustViewReceive a gradeReceive a passing gradeTo access the quiz, click on the name of the quiz provided above. On the following screen, click the "Preview quiz now" button to respond to the questions.