CF: Mental Health Nursing
CF-05: Substance Abuse
No.
Competency Item
NAC
DEV
COM
DTE
EXC
CF-05-01
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to recognize substance abuse.
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to recognize the types of substance abuse such as:
CF-05-02
alcohol
CF-05-03
prescription drugs
CF-05-04
street drugs
CF-05-05
inhalants / aerosols
CF-05-06
over-the-counter drugs
CF-05-07
stimulants – opiates / narcotics
CF-05-08
hallucinogens
CF-05-09
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the effect of substance used.
CF-05-10
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of drug withdrawal, rehabilitation, and recovery.
CF-05-11
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to provide nursing care to manage the symptoms of substance abuse.
CF-05-12
Demonstrate knowledge and ability to teach clients, families, and groups regarding prevention of substance abuse and promotion of health.