Substance Abuse in Nursing

Upon the completion of this module, you will be able to:

1. List the prevalence rate of substance use (SU) in nurses compared to the general population.
2. Identify 5 signs and symptoms of the nurse who is dependent on alcohol and other substances.
3. Describe 4 risk factors, including psychological trauma, for alcohol and substance use for both student nurses and practicing nurses.
4. Explain the role of state boards of nursing and the purpose of alternative-to-discipline programs.
5. Discuss the 4 position statements found in the ANA-endorsed statement 'Substance Use Among Nurses and Nursing Students'Download 'Substance Use Among Nurses and Nursing Students' pertaining to SU in nurses and student nurses.
6. Create a proactive plan, including steps to avoid substance use disorder in self, and ways to protect and preserve professional licensure and maintain a safe patient environment.

• Record your responses to all six learning objectives on a Word document and upload it below.
• Give credit to your sources using APA 7th edition format; use both in-text citations and on a reference page.