Section: Module 5: Managing Comorbidities and Special Populations | Substance Use Disorders in Primary Care | NextGenU.org

  • 852Competency covered in this module: 

    • Be able to provide general care, monitoring, and follow-up, taking into consideration general health status, common comorbidities, and issues faced by those with substance use disorders.
    • Understand comorbidities associated with alcohol abuse, including HIV, depression, psychosis, and reproduction implications such as fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
    • Address special reproductive health issues for women using substances or receiving pharmacological treatments for comorbidities.
    • Understand the importance of promoting healthy lifestyles and the general well-being of those with substance use disorders and/or mental health conditions.

    Approximate time required for the readings for this module (at 144 words/minute): 46 hours and 28 minutes.
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      Lesson Summary: Module 5: Managing Comorbidities and Special Populations File
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      The lesson summary includes key information needed to meet the objectives of this module. You are encouraged to review it carefully. At the end of the lesson summary, you'll also find a list of references with clickable links, you can explore them if you'd like to learn more or dive deeper into the topic.

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      Study Guide: Module 5: Managing Comorbidities and Special Populations File
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