Opioids, controlled substance prescriptions

Question 1

post cholecystectomy should have only

Answer 1

3-5 days of opioids (short term) for uncomplicated surgery

Question 2

principles of treating post op pain:

Answer 2

use non opioid pain medications and use tylenol and NSAIDs for mild pain

for severe moderate pain and need opioid pain, prescribe limited quantities and provide frequent follow up to reassess opioid requirements.