Intoxication
A coworker intoxicated on this substance has been making frequent trips to the bathroom, has slurred speech, and an unsteady gait
What is alcohol?
Opioid withdrawal can lead to this symptom characterized by excessive secretions in the nose
What is rhinorrhea (runny nose)?
A nurse using substances may also be suffering from these mental disorders
What are depression and anxiety?
This board dictates the steps of reporting substance use at work for nurses and potential disciplinary action or diversion program
What is the State Board of Nursing?
Intoxication with this substance leads to pinpoint pupils and respiratory depression
What are opioids?
Your coworker may have an alcohol use disorder and appears to be withdrawing at work as evidenced by this physical symptom present 6-8 hours after their last drink
What are tremors (shakiness/jitters)?
A nurse performing this action has patients reporting uncontrolled pain during their shift
What is diversion of pain medication?
The nurse must perform this action in order to qualify for substance abuse treatment instead of disciplinary actions in the state of Illinois
What is self-reporting?