This symposium will provide insight into the multidisciplinary & multifaceted levels of care that are necessary to provide health support for the patient with CF while concurrently managing the challenges of a substance use disorder.
List generally accepted, inappropriate & controversial indications for opioid prescription for painful conditions in CF.
Distinguish between opioid misuse, abuse, addiction & pseudoaddiction in patients with CF.
Discuss the complexity of addictive medication management in patients with CF, including skills to address existing concerns & prevent substance use problems.