| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8718584 | Injury | 2018 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Orthopedic trauma surgeons should tailor their postoperative opioid prescriptions to the individual patient and utilize alternative options in order to control postoperative pain. Patients should be counseled regarding narcotic addiction and dependence. Patients unable to manage pain postoperatively should be followed closely and receive the proper chronic pain management, mental and social health services referrals.
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Authors
Rikki M. Koehler, Ugochi C. Okoroafor, Lisa K. Cannada,