3-in-3

How to protect your patient—and yourself—when prescribing opioids

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In this "3 in 3" video, Edwin A. Salsitz, MD, draws from the “CDC Guideline for Prescribing Opioids for Chronic Pain” to offer practical guidance for initiating a trial of opioid therapy.

The Journal of Family Practice's "3 in 3" video series delivers 3 take-home points in 3 minutes—or less.


 

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