Caring for Residents with Substance Use Disorders (SUDs): An Essential Guide for Nurses

Hours: 1
Course Number: 2348
Course Date: 03/07/2025

This course examines some of the most common types of mental illnesses and substance use disorder. It explains how to use appropriate nonpharmacological interventions to assist residents when needed. The course also reviews some of the most important aspects of building a culture of safety and reviews some of the most important aspects of building a culture of safety. This course borrows heavily on F-Tags 689, 740, and 741.


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Learning Objectives

1. Demonstrate understanding of highest practicable physical, mental and psychosocial well-being, mental and psychosocial disorders, substance use disorder, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. 2. Identify critical elements of behavioral health care services 3. Explain necessary steps and safety measures if and when substance use is suspected 4. Review aspects of a culture of safety

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