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Summary

Substance-use disorders affect healthcare professionals due to their knowledge and access to drugs. Peer-assistance programs offer a pathway for nurses with substance use disorders to get treatment and keep their licenses.

Keywords:

Addiction Nurse Peer assistance Substance use

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Area of Science:

Medicine
Nursing
Pharmacology

Background:

Substance-use disorders (SUDs) are prevalent in healthcare professions.
Healthcare professionals' intelligence and access to medications contribute to SUD risks.
Existing prevention systems, like automated medication delivery, have not eliminated the problem.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the implementation of peer-assistance programs for nurses with SUDs.
To highlight how these programs aid in treatment and licensure maintenance.

Main Methods:

The article focuses on the implementation and function of peer-assistance programs.
It examines how these programs address substance abuse among nurses.

Main Results:

Peer-assistance programs are crucial for supporting nurses with SUDs.
These programs facilitate access to treatment and help maintain professional licensure.

Conclusions:

Substance abuse remains a significant issue in the nursing profession.
Peer-assistance programs represent an effective strategy for managing SUDs in nurses and ensuring continued practice.