Opioid poisonings continue to be a public health crisis in Canada. Through this hybrid virtual and in-person case-based interprofessional activity, health care provider trainees will explore the multifaceted drivers of the current opioid poisoning crisis, reflect on their personal, professional and interprofessional connections to this topic and apply knowledge gained on opioid poisoning response directly to a simulation where they will practice injectable and intranasal naloxone administration. Students will complete an asynchronous, online module prior to meeting in person for an interprofessional simulation and debrief activity.

Objectives:

By the end of the activity, learners will be able to:

1. Articulate how biological, psychosocial, economic, political and cultural factors impact the current opioid poisoning crisis
2. Reflect on their personal thoughts and professional and interprofessional responsibilities related to substance use and opioid use disorder
3. Respond to an opioid poisoning, including administration of injectable naloxone

Please ensure you complete the ASYNCHRONOUS Online Component before you attend this activity.

Part 1: ASYNCHRONOUS Online Component

• Week 1 begins Monday, March 17, 2025
• Quercus (Approximately 1hr 20mins)

Part 2: IN-PERSON Simulation & Debrief Activity Component

• Monday, March 24, 2025 
• 5:00pm – 6:30pm
• Location: UTSG campus: Location/Room to be shared with learners who complete Part 1

Learners must complete the asynchronous portion prior to arriving for the live synchronous portion. Once students complete the Asynchronous portion, the location of the In-Person Simulation will be shared.

This blend of 1-1.5 hour asynchronous webinar plus a 1.5 hour in-person session for simulation, debrief, and tactile practice with injections. We will also be providing interested individuals with take-home naloxone kits.

Students who complete both components will receive 1 IPE elective recognition.

Endometriosis is a painful condition related to the growth of uterine tissue outside of the uterus, and significantly affect females' quality of life worldwide. The complexities associated with endometriosis and the evolving methods of treatment, including pharmacological and surgical treatments - warrants interprofessional collaboration between an individual's healthcare team and circle of care.

Learning Objectives

• Diagnose and Assess Endometriosis: Accurately identify the clinical presentation and diagnostic workup for endometriosis, including the role of physical examination, ultrasound, MRI, and laparoscopy.
• Develop an Effective Treatment Plan: Formulate an individualized management plan for endometriosis, integrating medical therapies (e.g., pain relief, hormonal treatments) and surgical interventions based on disease severity and patient needs.
• Address Fertility and Psychosocial Impact: Discuss the impact of endometriosis on fertility and provide recommendations for fertility preservation and psychological support to address the emotional and relational aspects of the disease.
• Educate and Empower the Patient: Develop effective patient education strategies to enhance adherence to treatment, explain the chronic nature of the disease, and promote lifestyle modifications (e.g., diet, exercise) to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

Students who complete this elective will be eligible for 1 elective recogntion (exposure level) 

This acitivity is for faciltiator student reocgnition only