Question

A 66-year-old starts long-term opioid therapy for chronic pain. Which CDC-aligned risk mitigation is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Reassess benefits/risks and consider naloxone if >=50 MME/day or other risk factors

Answer

Initiate >=90 MME/day to ensure efficacy

Answer

Avoid discussing naloxone to reduce stigma

Answer

Use benzodiazepines concomitantly for sleep

Answer

No follow-up needed for 3 months after dose changes

Practice question

A 66-year-old starts long-term opioid therapy for chronic pain. Which CDC-aligned risk mitigation is appropriate?