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Caring for patients in alcohol withdrawal

June 11, 2012

Be sure you’re prepared to care for patients with this condition

From our readers: The art of self-disclosure

October 11, 2012

One aspect of the “art” of nursing is appropriate self-disclosure. Nurses and other healthcare providers often have an opportunity to share information about their own health to help…

Only 1 in 6 have discussed their alcohol use with a health professional

January 11, 2014

According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) only 1 in 6 adults have discussed their alcohol use with a health professional. The…

Study: Alcohol, tobacco, drug use higher in those with psychotic disorders

January 11, 2014

Rates of smoking, drinking, and drug use are significantly higher among those who have psychotic disorders than among those in the general population, according to a study published…

Understanding and managing alcohol withdrawal syndrome

June 11, 2013

Be sure your skills for caring for patients going through alcohol detoxification are up to date.

Caring for patients in alcohol withdrawal

Be sure you’re prepared to care for patients with this condition

From our readers: The art of self-disclosure

One aspect of the “art” of nursing is appropriate self-disclosure. Nurses and other healthcare providers often have an opportunity to share information about their…

Only 1 in 6 have discussed their alcohol use with a health professional

According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) only 1 in 6 adults have discussed their alcohol use with…

Study: Alcohol, tobacco, drug use higher in those with psychotic disorders

Rates of smoking, drinking, and drug use are significantly higher among those who have psychotic disorders than among those in the general population, according…