Postdischarge Opioid Prescription after Cesarean: A Quality Improvement Initiative

Conclusion Discharge opioid prescribing based on inpatient use after cesarean reduces the number of opioids prescribed without increasing the number of pain-related encounters after discharge. A simple algorithm may ensure compliance from prescribers. Key Points [...] Thieme Medical Publishers, Inc. 333 Seventh Avenue, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10001, USAArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text
Source: American Journal of Perinatology - Category: Perinatology & Neonatology Authors: Tags: Original Article Source Type: research