Module Summary
Michelle Grice discusses what you can do to help patients suffering with substance misuse problems
Learning Objectives
This module looks at various forms of substance misuse, and examines how you can help in practice or the community, including:
- Approaches for harm reduction
- Symptoms of withdrawal
- Medical approaches for patients who are dependent
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Author
Michelle Grice is a mental health nurse and the clinical lead for the Gwent Drug and Alcohol Service in Newport, Wales.
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