Opioid Prescribing for Acute Pain Management in Children and Adolescents in Outpatient Settings

Publication Date: September 30, 2024
Last Updated: September 30, 2024

Summary of Key Action Statements

Pediatricians and other pediatric health care providers (PHCPs) should treat acute pain using a multimodal approach that includes the appropriate use of nonpharmacologic therapies, nonopioid medications, and, when needed, opioid medications. (B, S)
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Overview

Title

Opioid Prescribing for Acute Pain Management in Children and Adolescents in Outpatient Settings

Authoring Organization

American Academy of Pediatrics