This e-learning programme has been developed by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) to support anyone who prescribes, dispenses or administers opioids to patients. It identifies the hazards of commonly used opioids such as fentanyl and tramadol and advises on the actions that health professionals should take to anticipate, minimise and manage the clinical risks to patients. The module is followed by a short online assessment.
Once booked, you will need to access this learning programme from the link in your Learning record.
Please note: this e-learning programme has been developed and provided by the MHRA. After ordering this programme, you will be redirected to their website where the resource is hosted. Please be aware that CPPE does not maintain control over the accuracy and currency of this programme.
It was last updated in 2015 and is currently under review. Please use with caution and consider content alongside more up to date resources and the Summary of Product Characteristics for each medicine. For more information, please visit E-learning modules: medicines - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
On completion of all aspects of the learning programme you should be able to:
You can access this e-learning programme through your web browser on any device. You will need to be connected to the internet while you work through it. You may be taken to another website to complete this programme.
