Virtual meeting
Via Zoom
Description
This training provides an overview of cannabis use trends in the United States and explores both the potential risks and benefits of cannabis use in the adult population. Participants will learn to identify key symptoms of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and gain insight into strategies for managing cannabis dependency and withdrawal. Designed for healthcare providers, behavioral health professionals, and support staff, this session offers practical knowledge to support informed, evidence-based care for individuals using cannabis.
Intended audience
Providers, nurses, social workers, psychologists, peer supports, other clinical staff, and non-clinicians.
Speakers
Vanessa Loukas, MSN, FNP-C, CARN-AP (she/her)
Vanessa is a clinical nurse educator for Boston Medical Center's (BMC) Grayken Center for Addiction Training and Technical Assistance, a Family Nurse Practitioner in General Internal Medicine at BMC, and an assistant professor of medicine at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. Vanessa earned her master’s in nursing from Simmons University and is certified as a Certified Addiction Registered Nurse – Advanced Practice (CARN-AP) through the Addictions Nursing Certification Board.
Objectives
At the end of this training, participants will have the knowledge necessary to:
- Identify the prevalence of cannabis use in the United States.
- Recognize at least two risks and benefits of cannabis use in the adult population.
- Describe symptoms associated with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome.
- Name at least two strategies for managing cannabis dependency and withdrawal.
Sponsored by
Boston Medical Center Grayken Center for Addiction TTA, Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Bureau of Substance Addiction Services (DPH/BSAS)
Funding for out of state attendees is provided by the Opioid Response Network (ORN).
Funding for this initiative was made possible (in part) by grant no. 1H79TI085588-02 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written conference materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the Department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
Accreditation information
Please read the Accreditation Information section of the training page to learn about the requirements for receiving credit or a certificate of completion.
Audience
Providers, nurses, social workers, psychologists, peer supports, other clinical staff, and non-clinicians.
