Kristin is joined by Thuy Bui, Lead Pharmacist - Analgesic Stewardship (AGS) & Perioperative Services at Alfred Health in Victoria to discuss the role of analgesic stewardship. In their discussion they address the importance of appropriate acute pain management, some of the clinical considerations for analgesic choice and the role of the perioperative pharmacist. Note: this episode discusses the use of real-time prescription monitoring. The monitoring system and requirements for monitoring vary from state to state. Please refer to information from the jurisdiction where you practice for guidance on when you are required to use real-time prescription monitoring.
