What steps can be taken to identify signs of dependence

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Question: She was discharged to a skilled nursing facility and is receiving physical therapy and occupational therapy 6 days each week.

Current Meds: Metoprolol succinate ER 50 mg daily; rivaroxaban 20 mg daily; levothyroxine 150 mcg daily; polyethylene glycol 3350 17 g daily; lisinopril 2.5 mg daily; amiodarone 200 mg daily; sertraline 50 mg daily, hydrocodone/acetaminophen 10/325 mg every 6 hours as needed for pain.

Pain Assessment: Patient reports pain of 7 out of 10; worse with movement. She complains of pain "everywhere, but my shoulder is really bothering me.". Physical therapy notes indicate patient is unable to complete therapy goals due to complaints of pain in her shoulder.

Based on this information, what would you recommend to optimize pain control?
Prescribers play a critical role in prescription drug misuse and abuse prevention. What steps can be taken to identify signs of dependence and abuse and what education can you provide to the patient regarding the negative effects of medication misuse?

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