When it comes to opioid prescribing, new Australian research shows attention is lacking in a critical area that can put patients and the public at risk for harm: driving. According to an analysis of documentation in medical records, clinicians infrequently assessed driving status on opioid initiation and rarely provided education regarding opioid-related driving risks. Of ...
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Opioids and driving: a discussion that’s essential for cancer patients
By Sunalie Silva
25 Mar 2021