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Essential concepts of addiction for general nursing practice
1National Nurses Society on Addictions, Department of Psychiatry, Community Health and Adult Primary Care, University of Maryland School of Nursing, Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
The Nursing Clinics of North America
|April 18, 1998
Summary
Nurses encounter individuals with substance use disorders across all healthcare settings. This article provides essential concepts for general nursing practice in addressing alcohol, tobacco, and other drug-related issues.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Addiction Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Substance use disorders (alcohol, tobacco, other drugs) present a significant challenge in all healthcare settings.
- Nurses have opportunities to intervene across the full continuum of care, from prevention to treatment.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide basic concepts for general nursing practice regarding substance use disorders.
- To equip nurses with foundational knowledge to care for patients with alcohol, tobacco, and other drug-related issues.
Main Methods:
- This article synthesizes foundational knowledge relevant to general nursing practice.
- It focuses on concepts applicable across diverse healthcare environments.
Main Results:
- Nurses are uniquely positioned to address substance use issues with patients.
- Basic nursing principles can be applied to care for individuals with substance use disorders.
Conclusions:
- General nursing practice requires understanding and addressing alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use.
- Nurses play a vital role in patient care throughout the substance use continuum.