Contact Hour Designation
This online independent study activity is credited for 2 contact hours.
Course Purpose
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of substance use disorder, covering the Controlled Substance Act, drug classifications, types of substances used. symptoms of drug overdose, treatment options for opioid use disorder, and essential nursing considerations.
Overview
Substance use disorder (SUD) is an intricate condition that is characterized by an unrestrained use of a substance despite harmful consequences. Until the last few decades, it was assumed that those who struggled with compulsive substance use suffered from nothing more than a lack of willpower. Thus, these individuals were often stigmatized as “addicts” and viewed as having a moral deficiency or character flaw. However, advances in neuroscience have changed this perception. This course discusses substance use disorder, covering the Controlled Substance Act, drug classifications, and types of substances used. It also examines the symptoms of drug overdose, treatment options for opioid use disorder, and essential nursing considerations.
Objectives
Upon completion of the independent study, the learner will be able to:
- Define substance use disorder (SUD) and Schedule I-V drugs as described by the Controlled Substance Act (CSA).
- Review the diagnostic criteria for substance use disorder according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
- Review commonly abused drugs and the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) statistical data associated with each drug.
- Recognize signs and symptoms of overdose in commonly abused drugs.
- Identify treatment and recovery options for substance use disorder and overdose.
Policy Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the policies of FastCEForLess.com.
Disclosures
Fast CE For Less, Inc. and its authors have no disclosures. There is no commercial support.
