Date & Time
Wednesday, October 4, 2023, 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM
Name
488 Opioids and Overdoses: Evidence-Based Treatment and Prevention for Youths*
Description
This session describes the implementation of a comprehensive, evidence-based medical opioid treatment/prevention initiative in one state juvenile system during the fentanyl era. It will provide an overview of the opioid epidemic and evidence-based medical opioid and overdose treatment/prevention strategies. The presentation includes interactive cases to reinforce content and attendees are encouraged to share resources and strategies.
Educational Objectives
- Describe current data on opioids and overdoses among incarcerated and justice-involved youth
- Review evidence-based treatments and prevention strategies for overdoses
- Create facility-specific strategies to reduce overdose risk
Level: Intermediate
Speakers
Kym Ahrens, MD, MPH, Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families
Katherine Ruiz, RN, BSN, State of Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families
David Wasmundt, RN, CCHP-RN, Washington State DHSH Juvenile Rehabilitation
Lisa Tilley, RN, BSN, CCHP, Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families
Taylor Pitts, CCHP, Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families Juvenile Rehabilitation
Katherine Ruiz, RN, BSN, State of Washington Department of Children, Youth, and Families
David Wasmundt, RN, CCHP-RN, Washington State DHSH Juvenile Rehabilitation
Lisa Tilley, RN, BSN, CCHP, Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families
Taylor Pitts, CCHP, Washington State Department of Children, Youth and Families Juvenile Rehabilitation