A one page guide for patients and caregivers on how to talk to health care providers about prescription opioids. Includes information about medical conditions that increase the risks of opioid painkillers, how to talk with providers about appropriate dose and length of treatment, and asking appropriate questions about the potential impacts of opioids on recovery from injury or surgery.
Funding Source: National Safety Council
Talking with Your Medical Provider When You Are Prescribed an Opioid Painkiller
A one page guide on how to talk to your health care provider about an opioid prescription