This toolkit contains a range of PHN publications and resources designed to assist GPs in Queensland to provide better quality care to patients experiencing opioid use disorder, including information and guidance on available opioid dependence treatment options, QOTP prescriber authorisation pathways, collaborative patient care arrangements, alongside a suite of GP, PHN and patient resources.
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Opioid dependence treatment - GP resource toolkit
Overview
Resources
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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
This A5 booklet is designed to provided concise, step-by-step guidance to GPs on opioid dependence treatment options in Queensland, including how to become a QOTP prescriber
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GP OPTIONS FLOWCHART
This double-sided A5 card outlines three options or pathways for GPs who wish to provide better support to patients who are opioid-dependent
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CONTACT SUPPORT CARD
This double-sided A5 contact card outlines the clinical advisory, educational and patient referral services that GPs can use when supporting patients who are opioid-dependent
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PATIENT INFORMATION
This double-sided A4 Information Sheet is designed to assist GPs when they are having conversations with patients on opioid dependence and available treatment options
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NALOXONE BROCHURE
This trifold brochure is designed to be given to patients who are prescribed (or are already using) opioids. It contains essential information about naloxone including how and where to access it
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WAITING ROOM POSTER
This A1 poster is designed for display in GP clinics and medical centres. It encourages patients to ask their doctor if they are concerned about their opioid use.
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POWERPOINT DISPLAY
This PowerPoint presentation contains key information for GPs about opioid dependence treatment options and an overview of the resources available in this toolkit
Acknowledgements
This project is an initiative of all seven PHNs across Queensland made possible with the support of the Australian Government's PHN Program. All resources have been produced in collaboration with Insight: Centre for Alcohol and Drug Training and Workforce Development, Queensland Health.
Please note: While the Australian Government helped fund this project, it has not reviewed the content and is not responsible for any injury, loss or damage however arising from the use of or reliance on the information provided herein.
