“Explain the rationale for continuing or adjusting chronic opioid and buprenorphine therapy in patients undergoing surgical procedures, considering the risks of opioid withdrawal, inadequate analgesia, and potential drug interactions. Describe evidence-based protocols and strategies for managing patients on chronic opioid or buprenorphine therapy in the perioperative period, including pre-operative assessment, intraoperative adjustments, and post-operative pain management plans. Discuss the importance of interprofessional collaboration and communication in caring for patients on chronic opioid or buprenorphine therapy undergoing surgery, including coordination between anesthesia providers, surgeons, pain specialists, and addiction specialists.
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