KyPQC Opioid Use Disorder in Pregnancy

This module is designed to explore trends, emerging topics, medication options, general recommendations, and practical considerations for the treatment of OUD in pregnancy. Learners will explore how to manage pregnant and post-partum patient cases with medications for OUD.

• Evaluate the impact of OUD on maternal and fetal health outcomes.
• Explore evidence-based guidelines and recommendations for the screening, diagnosis, and management of OUD during pregnancy.
• Evaluate and assess the pharmacological differences in pregnancy and options for treatment of OUD.
• Define neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS), including its clinical presentation, risk factors, and diagnostic criteria, to facilitate early identification and intervention.