Presentation Summary: This presentation will equip clinicians with an understanding of the pharmacology of BZ and explore patterns of use, emerging designer BZ, intoxication, and withdrawal syndromes as well as describe clinical skills for assessing a client’s use of BZ, and techniques of working with clients who use BZ. The role of outpatient detoxification and continued monitored prescription will be explored. Finally, understanding the challenges of individuals with co-occurring disorders and their use of BZ will be discussed.
*Foundations of Medication for OUD
Learning Objectives:
At the completion of this activity, participants will:
Describe the pharmacologic properties of BZ, how they work, and the signs and symptoms of intoxication and withdrawal.
Describe a method of evaluating an individual who is using BZ.
Describe an approach to helping clients decrease and stop their BZ use.
