Understanding the Basics of Neonatal Opioid Withdrawal Syndrome (NOWs)

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this presentation participants will be able to:

1. Define neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome (NOWS)
2. Understand screening tools for identifying NOWs
3. Understand the signs & symptoms of NOWs
4. Identify & understand pharmacologic treatment options for NOWS
5. Identify & understand non-pharmacologic treatment options for NOWS
6. Understand the role of the caregiver in the treatment of NOWS

Presented by: Andria Peterson, PharmD

Funding for this activity was made possible in whole or in part by the Nevada Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Director’s Office through the Fund for a Resilient Nevada, established in Nevada Revised Statutes 433.712 through 433.744. The opinions, findings, conclusions, and recommendations expressed in our courses are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of the Nevada Opioid Center of Excellence or its funders.