Event Registration - American Society for Pain Management Nurses
Cannabis Therapeutics: Advising Patients on Safe and Effective Use
1/1/2025 - 1/31/2030Event Description
Use of medical marijuana and over-the-counter cannabidiol (CBD) is becoming more and more commonplace across the country. With its rapid growth of use and improved accessibility it is important that nurses have a solid understanding of the safety and efficacy of this substance so that patients can be educated accordingly. Patients are looking for direction and if they can’t find it with their health care team they will rely on social media, the internet, and hearsay to make decisions that can impact their health and wellness. This presentation will outline the current evidence on how the components of Cannabis work on pain and inflammation, the potential side effects and risks, and how to effectively educate our patients on both. It will equip the nurse with the information needed to continue to provide excellent and safe care to patients that may be looking for other options to manage their pain.