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Critical Issues in the Prescribing of Opioids for Adult Patients in the Emergency Department

Patient Guideline Summary

Publication Date: June 1, 2020

Last Updated: March 3, 2023

Objective

This patient summary means to discuss key recommendations from the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) for critical issues in the prescribing of opioids for adult patients in the emergency department. It is limited to adults 18 years of age and older and should not be used as a reference for children.