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SUMMARY:Substance use trends and implications for pain assessments
DESCRIPTION:This live 1-hour event will allow participants to ask Officer Thomas questions regarding current substance use and trends. \nThis session will examine current regulation and use patterns of pain-relieving substances including kratom\, nitrous oxide\, kava and nitazines. Because these substances are increasingly accessible and may not be detected via urine drug screenings\, we will equip health care professionals with strategies for undisclosed use among people with pain and the general public. \nPresenter Biography: \nOfficer Mike Thomas is a Senior Police Officer with the City of Spokane Police Department\, in the State of Washington.  With nearly three decades of law enforcement experience\, Officer Thomas specializes in impaired driving enforcement\, drug recognition\, and professional training for law enforcement and medical communities. Officer Thomas has been a certified Drug Recognition Expert (D.R.E.) since 2000 and a D.R.E. Instructor since 2005\, instructing at Washington State D.R.E. Schools and assisting with field certifications.  He has served on the Washington State D.R.E. Advisory Board since its inception and continues to act as the D.R.E. Regional Coordinator\, overseeing more than 14\,312 square miles of eastern Washington State. In 2019\, Officer Thomas joined the Spokane Municipal DUI (Driving Under the Influence) Therapeutic and Accountability Court\, bringing a law enforcement and D.R.E. perspective to the therapeutic court model. He is also a Licensed Medical Phlebotomist who manages and trains the law enforcement phlebotomy program for Spokane Police Department and other surrounding agencies. Officer Thomas uses his expertise to promote prevention and awareness through advanced drug trend education he provides that fosters collaboration between law enforcement\, medical professionals\, and community partners throughout Washington State. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand current use of pain-relieving substances including kratom\, nitrous oxide\, kava and nitazines\nRecognize signs and symptoms of unreported substance use\nIdentify reliable patient education and treatment resources for people who are taking unprescribed substances\n\n  \nContinuing Education \nThe Washington State University (WSU) Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Participants should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. \nThe Washington State University College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education. Pharmacy continuing education credits (1.0 contact hour(s)\, knowledge-based\, ACPE Activity Number: 0071-0000-26-018-L08-P/T) are available for this activity. \nWashington State University College of Nursing is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Montana Nurses Association\, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. This activity is eligible for 1.0 contact hours.
URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/substance-use-trends-and-implications-for-pain-assessments/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Lecture,Webinar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dr.%20Marian%20Wilson":MAILTO:marian.wilson@wsu.edu
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SUMMARY:National Rural Health Day
DESCRIPTION:In 2026\, National Rural Health Day (NRHD) celebrates 15 years of honoring the Power of Rural. Founded by NOSORH in 2011\, this national observance shines a spotlight on the dedication of rural healthcare providers\, State Offices of Rural Health\, and partners working to address the unique healthcare needs of rural communities across America. Held each year on the third Thursday of November\, NRHD celebrates the innovation\, resilience\, and collaboration that strengthen rural health systems and communities nationwide. This year\, we are excited to celebrate on November 19\, 2026.
URL:https://nursing.wsu.edu/event/national-rural-health-day/
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