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Addictions

Course Code
NRSG 258
Location
Biggar
Swift Current
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Classroom
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Biggar, Swift Current

Prerequisites:

CLIN 105, SOCI 160

Course Description

You will examine substance abuse and the physiological and psychological risks related to addiction. You will describe the processes of withdrawal and detoxification and examine the principles and application of the harm reduction model. You will examine addictions treatment models and describe the challenges of addictions treatment for patients with concurrent disorders. You will apply critical thinking and inquiry throughout the nursing process in addictions care.

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Practical Nursing

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