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Reentry using naltrexone: one anesthesia department's experience

¹Kentucky Association of Nurse Anesthetists, USA.

|November 27, 1998

Summary

This article provides guidance for developing policies to support healthcare professionals recovering from substance addiction. Naltrexone aids in the safe reentry of anesthesia practitioners into the workplace after treatment.

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Area of Science:

Addiction Medicine
Occupational Health

Background:

Administrative managers face challenges in reintegrating practitioners recovering from drug or alcohol addiction.
Developing clear policies is crucial for managing this process within healthcare settings.

Observation:

The article focuses on creating a policy for reintroducing and monitoring individuals with substance use disorders in anesthesia departments.
Naltrexone was identified as a potentially useful pharmacological intervention.

Findings:

Naltrexone demonstrated utility in facilitating the reentry of anesthesia practitioners post-inpatient treatment.
A comprehensive aftercare program is essential for successful reintegration.

Implications:

This work offers a model policy and reentry contract developed by the AANA Peer Assistance Advisors.
Such resources can assist departments in establishing supportive and safe environments for returning practitioners.

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