Mar 29, 2024  
2022-2023 Shepherd University Catalog 
    
2022-2023 Shepherd University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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NURS 591 - Assessment and Management of Addiction for the Advanced Practice Nurse

(2cr) This course is designed to prepare the advanced practice nurse to identify risk factors, early warning signs and symptoms of substance use disorders and addiction. Students will develop an understanding of medically assisted treatment interventions for the management of addiction. Emphasis is placed on providing collaborative interventions that incorporate community resources that are congruent with age, health status, culture, occupation, and legal-ethical concerns. Students will also learn how substance use and addiction impact individuals, families, groups, and communities.



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