How Should A Nurse Handle Substance Abuse By A Colleague?
Substance abuse is a condition that requires treatment. Ironically, even nurses who know better about the dangers of substance fall into the trap. Statistics by The American Nurses Association show that 1 in 5 nurses could be having substance abuse problem which is a high number. Most nurses engaging in the vice are nor long-term abusers but usually become victims of tolerance and dependence after a drug prescription or self-medication after an emotional trauma. Most nurses suffering from this problem believe they are fine but in reality, they are unable to offer efficient and safe care for their patients.