Prioritize Safety Around Pain Meds for Chest Wall Injuries

January 2026

You’ll be needed to help dispense high alert pain meds for patients with chest wall injuries (broken ribs, etc).

These injuries are common after car accidents, etc. And they’re notoriously painful...especially if chest tubes are used.

Patients will generally need opioids along with acetaminophen and NSAIDs (ibuprofen, ketorolac, etc) that we commonly see for pain control.

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Table of Contents

Hazardous Meds Have a Plan When It Comes to Hazardous Med Spills
Practice Ask About Direct-to-Consumer Rxs During Med Histories
Pediatrics Identify Changes to “KIDs List” Meds to Keep Children Safe
Pain Management Prioritize Safety Around Pain Meds for Chest Wall Injuries
Emergency Medicine Be Aware of Code Med Updates for Adults and Kids
Sinusitis Expect a “Watch and Wait” Approach for Acute Sinusitis
Obesity & Weight Loss Listen for New Side Effect Concerns With GLP-1 Agonists
Education and Training Weave AI Into Your Plan for Training Learners