[Get Solution] Narcotic Medication

Mr. M is recuperating from a neck injury and must wear a neck brace. He comes in to the office asking for a new prescription for a narcotic medication that he has been taking for the last couple months for neck pain. You bring up his chart and notice that he has been requesting new prescriptions every 23 days, whereas the medication should last 30 days. Additionally, the patient also mentions that he feels that he is in need of a higher dose and gets agitated and irritable when you tell him that he will need an appointment. (answer in 3 or more sentenses) Discuss: 1. What do you think of this and what should you do? 2. If instead, Mr. M had called to request a refill of his Percocet (C-II) prescription, how would you reply? Mr. M is getting progressively more agitated during your conversation with him. You notice that he is glancing around the reception area counter. 3. What method is recommended for storing prescription pads at your office? 4. What method is recommended for storing controlled substances at your office?