AWHONN Jacksonville Chapter Meeting

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome

This webinar will discuss the physiology of opiate and buprenorphine transfer across the placenta and explain the agonist/antagonist action

About this Event

Learning Objectives:

    • Compare data about maternal use of methadone, buprenorphine and nicotine use and the length of time pharmacotheraphy is required for neonatal abstinence syndrome.
    • Discuss the use of buprenorphine, oral morphine and methadone for neonatal abstinence syndrome.
    • Review the importance of non-pharmacological therapies to support the newborn experiencing neonatal opioid withdrawal to include the physical environment of care, parent partner care model.
    • Outline key nursing assessments and interventions aimed at preventing and minimizing the risk of cesarean surgical complications

AWHONN Members may complete an evaluation online at awhonn.org to receive 1.0 hours CNE available through 12/31/2019.

We would like representatives from Baptist South, St Vincent’s Riverside, and UF Health Jacksonville to speak on a panel about the FPQC NAS Initiative. Please contact Amanda if interested, 904-472-0115.

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