A Primer on Heroin and Fentanyl.
J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv
; 55(6): 16-20, 2017 Jun 01.
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ABSTRACT
Heroin and fentanyl use have reached epidemic proportions in the United States and are now blamed for the majority of drug-related overdose deaths. Both drugs are produced primarily in South America and Asia and enter the United States illegally. One result of smoking or injecting heroin or fentanyl is the development of a substance use disorder (SUD), which causes changes in brain chemistry and function. These changes result in negative behaviors and an inability to stop use. Yet, treatments are available and recovery is possible. Nurses have the potential to impact the heroin and fentanyl epidemic through developing therapeutic relationships with patients who are at risk or already have a SUD. Strategies for effective communication include maintaining a supportive, nonjudgmental attitude and incorporating motivational interviewing. All patients should be screened for opioid use and referred for treatment if indicated. It is important for nurses to be knowledgeable about heroin and fentanyl and available treatments. [Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services, 55(6), 16-20.].
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Colección:
01-internacional
Asunto principal:
Fentanilo
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Heroína
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Sobredosis de Droga
Límite:
Humans
País/Región como asunto:
America do norte
Idioma:
En
Revista:
J Psychosoc Nurs Ment Health Serv
Año:
2017
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Article