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Explain how the use of pharmaceuticals contributes to extreme heat.
Describe how extreme heat affects medications and patients who take medications.
Give examples of 3 medications which have altered pharmacokinetics due to heat exposure.
Identify opportunities for clinician action to address the pharmacological effects of extreme heat.
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Using billing codes related to heat stress / heat illness.
Screening patients for risk factors for heat stress/heat illness.
Making resources available to patients/families on energy assistance.
Use alternative communication methodologies with patients / families to educate on heat illness prevention.
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