AchieveCE Medicinal Cannabis: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals
This activity aims to assist healthcare professionals in understanding how cannabis can take its place in the medical world. It discusses medicinal cannabis’ uses, modes of administrations, mechanism of action, common drug interactions, and considerations for special populations.
Cost: $50.00Add to cart
Key Features
-Desktop, Mobile, and Tablet friendly.
– Online Live Webinar
– Downloadable Handout
-Includes an evaluation and assessment
-Downloadable Certificate
-Credits are reported to CPE Monitor/CE Broker automatically within 24 hours
Topics Covered
History Of Cannabis
Cannabis uses outside medicinal use
Cannabis and Phytoremediation
The Endocannabinoid System (ECS)
Endocannabinoids
Enzymes
Phytocannabinoids: CBD and THC
CB1 and CB2
CBD and THC
Terpenes (terpenoids)
Indica & Sativa
Male vs Female plant
Medical Cannabis Uses
Medical Cannabis – Available By Prescription
Dronabinol
Nabilone (Cesamet) oral capsules
Nabiximols (Sativex)
Epidiolex (cannabidiol)
Medical Cannabis: Modes Of Administration
SMOKING
Vaping
Edibles
Topicals
Oils and Tinctures
Coltyn’s Crue
Special Populations: Pediatrics
Special Populations: Geriatric Patients
Coronary Heart Disease
Contraindications
Patients With Mental Illness
Patients With Kidney Disease
Patients With Hepatic Disease
Other Cautions
Patients With a History of Substance Abuse
Medical Cannabis and Opioids
Drug Interactions With Medical Cannabis
Pregnancy And Lactation
Adverse Effects
Other Physical Effects of Cannabis
Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Overdose
Many Factors Lead to Various Effects of Cannabis
Counseling Patients
Informed and Shared Decision Making
Cannabis Log
2018 Farm Bill
Federal Law
Learning Objectives
Pharmacist Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Describe the endocannabinoid system, endocannabinoids, enzymes, phytocannabinoids, and terpenes
2. Determine the various uses of medicinal cannabis
3. Identify the different methods of ingesting cannabis and the benefits and limitations of each method
4. Explain the use of medical cannabis in various patient populations
Pharmacy Technician and General Healthcare Professional Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this continuing education activity, the participant will be able to:
1. Determine the various uses of medicinal cannabis
2. Identify the different methods of ingesting cannabis and the benefits and limitations of each method
3. Describe differences between tetrahydrocannabinol and cannabidiol
4. Review legal considerations surrounding medical and recreational cannabis use
Target Audience
Pharmacist, Pharmacy Technician, Nurses, Dental Professionals, Mental Health Professionals
Additional credit info
AchieveCE is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. AchieveCE is also accredited by the Florida Board of Pharmacy (provider no. 50-20641). This course is approved by CE Broker, with CE Broker No. 20-843859.
AchieveCE is designated as an Approved PACE Program Provider by the Academy of General Dentistry. The formal continuing education programs of this program provider are accepted by the AGD for Fellowship/Mastership and membership maintenance credit. Approval does not imply acceptance by a state or provincial board of dentistry or AGD endorsement. The current term of approval extends from September 1, 2022, to August 31, 2025. Provider ID# 386503.
AchieveCE is also an accredited provider (Provider #50-20641) by the Florida Board Of Clinical Social Work, Marriage And Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling.
AchieveCE is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Georgia Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. GNA Approved Provider Number is 4003268. AchieveCE is an approved provider from July 14, 2022 to July 14, 2025.