How do you talk with patients about their substance use?
To discuss substance use w/ a pt, start with a non-judgmental attitude, non-stigmatizing and person-first language, and acknowledging the pt is the expert in their experience; consider using RIP-TEAR framework for wording to guide your visit and conversation: RIP-TEAR stands for RISK-INITIATION-PATTERN — — TREATMENT EPISODES-EFFECTS-ABSTINENCE-RETURN TO USE:
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