Fast Facts About Substance Use Disorders: What Every Nurse, APRN, and PA Needs to Know
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Learning Objectives
Identify the role genetics, age, and gender play in the development of substance use disorders.
Specify the effects of alcohol on the brain.
Recognize the causes of nicotine addiction.
Define a psychoactive drug.
Recognize the mechanism of addiction to stimulants.
Identify how opioids affect the brain.
Recognize the symptoms of opioid withdrawal.
Identify the physiological changes that occur during alcohol use and withdrawal.
Identify the appropriate use of stabilization methods.
Recognize the psychotherapeutic treatments used for substance use disorders.
Course Delivery: On Demand
Course Offering: Written/printed (enduring)
Domain Focus: Psychosocial Concepts and Support Systems