How do you measure?

Effective opioid stewardship hinges on identifying areas for improvement, and using audits to provide feedback and demonstrate improvement. Explore our toolkit to learn which audits are most beneficial for your practice and discover the best methods for gathering the necessary data.

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The pharmacist is the key to success

Mr Jaiden Fullerton-Harvey
Clinical Pharmacist, Wollongong Hospital, NSW

Accurate measurement of opioid prescribing is pivotal in advancing opioid stewardship within healthcare facilities. This critical step ensures compliance with Quality statement 5 of the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care's Opioid Analgesic Stewardship in Acute Pain Clinical Care Standard (CCS), focusing on the responsible use of modified-release opioid analgesics.

Leveraging a range of methods, including advanced electronic data capture, facilities can efficiently track prescribing rates, even in environments lacking comprehensive electronic health records. This approach not only simplifies the collection of essential prescribing data and medication usage but also enhances the ability to monitor and improve prescribing practices effectively.

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