To: PGR88
If we had strict controls on who got them and insured that they were needed and not resold we could do a better job of reducing the suffering. It would mean a data base of every individual and subscription. Could be done.
15 posted on
01/31/2017 1:03:57 PM PST by
Oldexpat
To: Oldexpat
To: Oldexpat
Couldn't a doctor perform a simple in office drug test to determine if the patient is really using his script AND adhering to the prescribed dosage? I know drug tests sound invasive but for extreme cases it might be warranted.
BTW - I think there are already databases in lots of states for prescriptions.
48 posted on
01/31/2017 1:31:57 PM PST by
Kid Shelleen
(Beat your plowshares into swords. Let the weak say I am strong)
To: Oldexpat
I worked hospice for several years and I can't tell you how many patients had their medications stolen by family members who could care less if their loved one suffered as a result.
We had to count every pill that went into the home and the smart ones would remove just enough to make it look like the patient was getting the right amount for treatment. You get clued into the "game" when the caregiver starts calling multiple times due to the patient's uncontrolled pain.
108 posted on
01/31/2017 3:08:47 PM PST by
LaineyDee
(Don't mess with Texas wimmen!)
To: Oldexpat
141 posted on
01/31/2017 9:41:16 PM PST by
Reddy
(B.O. stinks)
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