The intersection of substance use with broader public health concerns.
Public Health
The Integrated Recovery-Oriented Nursing (IRON) Care Model: A Theoretical Framework for Optimizing Addiction Treatment Outcomes
The Integrated Recovery-Oriented Nursing (IRON) Care Model: A Theoretical Framework for Optimizing Addiction Treatment Outcomes The Integrated Recovery-Oriented Nursing (IRON) Care Model is a comprehensive theoretical framework designed to...
Breaking the Myths: Trauma, Addiction & What Science Says About It
From Myths to Meaningful Action: Tools you can use today
Join our interactive webinar in which leading experts will break down myths submitted from around the world, combining science, lived-experience, and practical tools you can use!
Time: 15:00 - 16:00 CEST
Presenters:
Asia Ashraf, Greenfield Hospital of Psychiatry
Rocio Suarez Ordoñez, TSAFI
Substance Use Disorders: A Guide for the Primary Care Provider
This practical and up-to-date guide offers comprehensive support for primary care clinicians managing patients with substance use disorders. Covering a wide range of substances and clinical scenarios, the book is organized into four parts...
The role of specialist Addiction Nurses in alcohol treatment
A new study from the University of Dundee and University of Stirling highlights the impact of placing specialist Addiction Nurses (ANs) within primary care teams to support individuals with serious alcohol problems in disadvantaged...
The role of UK alcohol and drug (AOD) nurses in a changing workforce
Background: This article shares findings from a study that looked into how alcohol and other drugs (AOD) nurses in the UK view their current career opportunities and the challenges they face. It also explores how changes in health services...
Use of Health Services by Residents at a Seniors-only Living Facility
The objective of the study was to compare the use of medical and dental services by seniors residing at a seniors-only living facility and in the general community. It was a quantitative study, among 50 residents of the living facility and...
Addiction Nursing Competencies A Comprehensive Toolkit for the Addictions Nurse
With the increased role of nurses in caring for patients with substance addiction, there was a clear need to develop the Addiction Nursing Competencies to guide and support the nursing workforce. A literature search revealed a lack of...
The burden and risks of emerging complications of diabetes mellitus
Abstract: While the traditional complications of diabetes mellitus—such as cardiovascular disease—are well recognized, advances in treatment and increased life expectancy have revealed a new set of lesser-known complications that are...
The International Council of Nurses Code of Ethics for Nurses
Purpose: The International Council of Nurses (ICN) Code of Ethics for Nurses outlines the ethical values, responsibilities, and professional accountabilities of nurses and nursing students. It is designed to guide ethical nursing practice...
