The opioid-prescribing practices of Australian general practice registrars: an interview study

ConclusionsNon-evidence-based opioid prescribing by Australian GP registrars is multifactorial. Emotionally difficult pain consultations, poor supervision and low prescriber confidence may contribute to unsafe prescribing. Improving registrar prescribing may require interventions to improve risk reduction, training in communication and role modelling by supervisors.
Source: Family Practice - Category: Primary Care Source Type: research