Caring for Women Impacted by Opioid Use Disorder

Health, Medicine, Nursing
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The interview sheds light on caring for women impacted by opioid use disorder. It is well-researched, informative, and a good source of information for all caregivers, especially nurses and first-time mothers. This podcast has useful information that will ensure more mothers learn about opioid use and lead to more babies getting born healthy and strong.
What I learned that will be Helpful in Nursing Practice
As a nurse, there is a lot one can learn that will play a vital part in their nursing practice. The panelists point out the extensive advertisement that led to the widespread use of opioids. Unfortunately, individuals began going overboard by buying and using illegal opioids such as heroin. This illegal use of opioids has significantly affected a lot of young women.
Research shows that women are more likely to misuse prescription opioids due to psychological and emotional stress. They become quickly dependent on these drugs at a faster rate than men. Therefore, they stand a risk of suffering more...