A prospective feasibility study evaluating the 5x-multiplier to standardize discharge prescriptions in cancer surgery patients
Background: We designed a prospective feasibility study to assess the 5x-multiplier (5x) calculation (eg, 3 pills in last 24 hours × 5 = 15) to standardize discharge opioid prescriptions compared to usual care. Methods: Faculty-based surgical teams volunteered for either 5x or usual care arms. Patie...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2022-07-01
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Series: | Surgery Open Science |
Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2589845022000215 |