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Advanced practice nurses play a key role in addiction treatment, including medical detoxification. They manage patient withdrawal using various pharmacologic agents within a biopsychosocial/spiritual disease model.

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Evidence-based detoxification protocols Pharmacologic agents Substance use disorders

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Area of Science:

Nursing Science
Addiction Medicine
Pharmacology

Background:

Addiction is recognized as a complex biopsychosocial/spiritual disease.
Effective treatment necessitates addressing all components of this model.
Medical detoxification is a critical initial phase in addiction management.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the integral role of advanced practice nursing in addiction treatment.
To emphasize the scope of practice in medical detoxification.
To discuss the application of pharmacologic agents in managing withdrawal symptoms.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on advanced practice nursing in addiction.
Analysis of pharmacologic strategies for opioid and alcohol withdrawal.
Examination of the biopsychosocial/spiritual model in addiction care.

Main Results:

Advanced practice nurses are pivotal in providing medical detoxification services.
A range of pharmacologic agents are utilized for effective withdrawal management.
Integration of biopsychosocial/spiritual aspects enhances treatment outcomes.

Conclusions:

Advanced practice nursing is essential for comprehensive addiction care, particularly in detoxification.
Pharmacotherapy guided by advanced practice nurses is crucial for managing withdrawal.
A holistic approach is vital for successful addiction recovery.