New Mexico Administrative Code
Title 16 - OCCUPATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL LICENSING
Chapter 12 - NURSING AND HEALTH CARE RELATED PROVIDERS
Part 9 - MANAGEMENT OF CHRONIC PAIN WITH CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES
Section 16.12.9.10 - NON-CANCER PAIN MANAGEMENT CONTINUING EDUCATION
Universal Citation: 16 NM Admin Code 16.12.9.10
Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 18, September 24, 2024
Any advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) with a drug enforcement agency (DEA) registration and licensure that permits prescribing opioids, shall obtain continuing education on the management of non-cancer pain. These practitioners shall be required to obtain five contact hours every renewal period to include a review of these rules 16.12.9 NMAC for management of non-cancer pain, an understanding of the pharmacology and risks of controlled substances, a basic awareness of the problems of abuse, addiction and diversion, and awareness of state and federal regulations for the prescription of controlled substances.
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