07.18.2024

Opioid Diversion Risk and Management in Palliative Care

Prescription opioid diversion is the transfer of a prescription opioid from a legal supply chain to an illegal channel of distribution or use. Diversion is common, dangerous, difficult to identify, and can occur in palliative and hospice care settings. This Fast Fact presents expert opinion guidance on mitigating opioid diversion in palliative and hospice care settings.

Link: Fast Facts #483 (05/2024)