Prior to prescribing opioids for acute nonoperative pain or acute perioperative pain, the osteopathic physician shall:
(1) Conduct and document an appropriate history and physical examination, including screening for risk factors for overdose and severe postoperative pain;
(2) Evaluate the nature and intensity of the pain or anticipated pain following surgery; and
(3) Inquire about any other medications the patient is prescribed or is taking, including date, type, dosage and quantity prescribed.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
18.57.800,
18.57A.800 and 2017 c 297. WSR 18-20-087, § 246-853-690, filed 10/1/18, effective 11/1/18.]