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Advocacy/Health Policy

(SU03) An Overview of the Current Landscape of Cannabis Use in PALTC

Sunday, March 10, 2024
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM CT
Room: 221
CMD Management Credit Recording
CME: (1) MOC: (1) CMD Management: (1) NP Pharmacology Hours ()
Disclosure(s):
Allison Villegas, PA-C: No financial relationships to disclose.
Julie Diawara Thomas, AGNPC: No financial relationships to disclose.
Sara Brainerd, MSN, AGPCNP-C: No financial relationships to disclose.
Amanda Brogna, MSN- BC, FNP-C: No financial relationships to disclose.
Alan C. Horowitz, Esq., RN: No financial relationships to disclose.
This 60 minute session will be divided into a didactic session to explore the evidence available for cannabis use and the risks associated with use. We will work to help participants understand the legal landscape of cannabis use in the post acute and long term care setting as well as provide resources for providers to determine their state’s current regulations and recommendations around use. The second portion will be dedicated to questions and answers as this topic does present an opportunity for generative discussion around best practices and current experience from our peers.

Learning Objectives:

At the completion of this session, learners will be able to:
  • Recognize the differences in decriminalization and legalization of cannabis across the country and the ethical and legal implications of this on PALTC
  • Understand the growing body of evidence around use of cannabis for chronic pain, sleep disorders, appetite, and mood disorders and be able to discuss risks and benefits of cannabis use
  • Appreciate pertinent issues around patient rights, safety concerns, and documentation when it comes to cannabis use in PALTC