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hello, i need help with replying to these two disscussions. Rubric is “Both reply must have new information inthe response post Do not simply state – you enjoyed or agree or redo your post etc. Expand on the topic , use citations to receive points.
here are the two disscussions to reply to
1. Behaviors you may notice in a coworker using.
Substance use disorder (SUD) is a challenging and complex issue for the nursing profession. If a nurse has not had a long standing problem with substance abuse, changes in behavior might be the first thing co-workers notice. Behavioral signs may include: A lack of concentration, with frequent errors, hyperactivity and euphoria, joking and laughing a lot and seemingly not affected by the stress of the job, hypoactive, decreased quality of care, isolation from their co-workers, frequent anger and defensive behavior,arriving for work late, frequent requests to leave early and calling in sick often.
There are many clever ways in which addicted nurses get drugs. The frequent occurrence of one or more of the following should serve as a red flag: Increased narcotics sign-outs when a specific nurse is on duty. Frequent errors in narcotic counts, narcotic records or patient’s medication records. An unusual number of requests for signing out wasted narcotics. A particular nurse’s patients regularly complaining of not having the expected pain relief even after receiving their pain meds. A nurse who regularly offers to give co-workers’ patients their medication.
Changes made to verbal or telephonic orders for narcotic medication.
2. Concequences of nurses who have used drug from their work places
Substance abuse is a pervasive issue that knows no boundaries, affecting people from all walks of life. In recent times, the spotlight has turned towards an alarming trend – substance abuse among nurses. This concerning development has the potential to impact not only the lives of healthcare professionals but also the safety and well-being of patients.
The consequences of substance abuse among nurses are far-reaching. Patients may face compromised care and potential errors, leading to adverse outcomes.
The author also mentioned additional consequence , which include facing legal troubles like criminal charges and the possibility of going to jail. Nurses could also have their nursing licenses revoked, which would stop them from working in their field. Furthermore, nurses engaged in drug diversion put their professional reputation at risk, fostering distrust among their colleagues and imposing significant financial burdens on healthcare institutions (Cox, 2022).
To assist nurses facing drug-related issues, specialized programs, such as the Alternative Treatment Principle (ATPs), are designed to aid their rehabilitation without jeopardizing their employment. For example, nurses can pursue substance abuse treatment while retaining their professional licenses (Brent, 2018). These initiatives prioritize nurses’ recovery and support instead of emphasizing punitive measures
