Addictions and Substance Abuse: Strategies for Advanced Practice Nursing
Addictions and Substance Abuse: Strategies for Advanced Practice NursingCarolyn D'Avanzo, University of ConnecticutMadeline Naegle, New York UniversityThis timely resource provides information on all aspects of substance abuse, covering research and epidemiology, as well as basic strategies for identification, assessment, and management of problems. A focus on the effects of substance abuse on all ages (from infants to the elderly) offer a broad perspective of this topic.FEATURESA biopsychosocial framework provides students with an advanced practice approach combined with the nursing perspective.Cultural considerations of abuse over the life span.Presents students with a holistic approach to care for women's health, family, and adult NPs.Offers up-to-date and comprehensive information on addiction and dependence problems.Includes study questions and case histories in each chapter.