Controlled Substances

Reduced lung function and bullae 
resulting from illicit drug use

Amy L. Jay, PA-C July 25, 2011

A male patient was transferred for evaluation of large left bullae at risk for rupture. CT and history confirmed an interesting cause for the air pockets: marijuana, tobacco, and cocaine use.
 

Correction: PAs CAN prescribe buprenorphine

Keir Todd, PA-C, M.Ed. June 15, 2011

Current options in the management of opioid dependence: a review
 

Buprenorphine: A more accessible treatment for opioid dependence

September 10, 2010

Buprenorphine-naloxone holds the key to opening primary care clinics to a greater number of patients suffering from opioid addiction.
 

Pain management: Opioid use in chronic noncancer pain

From CSAC, the Clinical and Scientific Affairs Council of the AAPA March 11, 2010

Concerns about prescribing controlled substances and the potential for addiction should not prevent PAs from adequately managing chronic noncancer pain.
 

From the AAPA - November 2008

November 01, 2008

AAPA objects to proposed HHS "conscience" rule; AARP coalition seeks health care affordability; DEA drafts e-prescribing rule for controlled substances
 

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