Defining substance use, misuse, and abuse : examining the continuum -- Assessing substance use : tools and techniques -- Alcohol use disorder -- Tobacco use disorder -- Cannabis use disorder and hallucinogenic use disorder -- Stimulant use disorder -- Opioid use disorder -- Alcohol use disorder : detoxification and stabilization -- Nicotine use disorder : detoxification and stabilization -- Opioid, cocaine, methamphetamine, and cannabis use disorders : detoxification and stabilization -- Complementary and alternative medicine for treatment of substance use disorders -- Psychotherapeutic treatments for substance use disorders -- Care for substance use disorders in the clinic and community -- The innovations and programs addressing the opioid epidemic.
Summary:
This greatly needed resource is the first to provide evidence-based information and strategies for APRNs and PAs who work with individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs). Written in a concise, bulleted style for easy access to critical information, this reference addresses often-undiagnosed medical and psychiatric conditions that may accompany SUDs and the ethical consideration of working with affected patients and families. This resource distills key information about SUDs. It discusses how to identify SUDs, signs and symptoms, emergency response, and specific disorders. Also addressed is the use of pharmacology to treat SUDs, including complementary and alternative medicines, person-centered care for individuals with SUDs across the lifespan, and how to care for afflicted individuals in a variety of settings. -- From publisher's description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.