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Buprenorphine Extended-Release Implementation Guide
This comprehensive guide outlines key components for the successful implementation of buprenorphine extended-release injection for the treatment of opioid use disorder. It covers relevant definitions, identifies regulatory bodies, and highlights educational resources and tools to ensure regulatory compliance while providing high-quality patient care.
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Boston Medical Center Injectable Buprenorphine Protocols
Please reference the 2021 Boston Medical Center OBAT Clinical Guidelines, pages 42-50.
These guidelines should be used to inform the administration of injectable buprenorphine at Boston Medical Center.
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Consent for Treatment with Injectable Buprenorphine
Extended-Release Buprenorphine: An Instructional Guide
Initiation of Monthly Injectable Buprenorphine
Guidance for starting a patient on monthly injectable buprenorphine, including required preparation and injection day planning. This is not meant to replace clinical decision-making.
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Injectable Buprenorphine Administration Checklist
Checklist for injectable buprenorphine administration. Please reference the 2021 "Addiction
Nursing Competencies: A Comprehensive Toolkit for the Addictions Nurse" document, pages 62-63.
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Lidocaine Administration Prior to LAIB Injection Protocols | Boston Medical Center
Boston Medical Center's Policy and Procedure Manual's Standing Order for Administration of Lidocaine prior to Injection of Long Acting Injectable Buprenorphine (LAIB).