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CPD module: Working with substance misuse in the community

CPD module: Working with substance misuse in the community

Module Summary

Michelle Grice discusses what you can do to help patients suffering with substance misuse problems

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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

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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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