What is CBD Oil?
CBD is generally sold processed in an oil and has been recognized as a remedy to pain, insomnia, anxiety, and a wide variety of other medical conditions. In the coming years, CBD oil is expected to be a billion dollar industry. It is important to note, however, that it remains largely unstudied and unregulated, despite the growing popularity of the oil.
CBD is readily available for online purchase, but in the United States and Australia it has different levels of legality. While several U.S. states and Australia have strict CBD regulations, the Drug Enforcement Administration maintains a controlled substance and is listed as a Schedule I drug. This status persists following the passage of the 2018 Farm Bill (which, under the restrictions outlined, allowed the broad cultivation of hemp).
Uses of the CBD Oil
There is a scarcity of high quality, large scale research on the use of CBD. Large scale, randomized clinical trials are required, but for a range of conditions, including anxiety, Parkinson’s, chronic pain, schizophrenia, and multiple sclerosis, it has been suggested as a potential treatment. Most users claim it has pain relieving effects anecdotally and use it as a treatment for muscle aches, inflammation and pain. It is used by many people to relieve anxiety and insomnia. There is currently only one drug licensed by the FDA that includes CBD: a seizure medicine called Epidiolex, which is used in children to treat two particularly severe seizure disorders. That is why, every one who wants to get rid of such conditions uses CBD oil including the professionals as well such as nurses, teachers etc.
CBD is found most often in the form of oil or droplets. It can be formulated as a balm, patch, or topical as well. Edible versions are also available, such as gum chewing, gummies, cookies, and brownies.
Considerations for the nurse
The use of CBD oil during a prescription reconciliation is not likely to be discussed by a patient, so it is important to ask patients about all the items they use, including herbs, vitamins, and oils. Patients should be mindful that CBD oil may interact with other drugs ( such as blood thinners ) and may potentially increase the blood stream level of certain drugs. Although side effects are anecdotally uncommon, sedation, fatigue, or nausea or diarrhea may be caused. It should be noted to patients that CBD oil concentrations vary widely, not only from product to product, but also from bottle to bottle. In addition, 43 percent of the goods were under labeled ( i.e. CBD concentrations were smaller than the product listed ), and 26 percent were over labeled ( the concentration was higher than the product listed ).
In addition, since there have been no large scale human CBD trials, no safe or efficient dosages are recommended.
For both recreational and medicinal purposes, cannabis is legal in some countries such as in Canada. While the cannabis laws have changed, there is no responsibility of the nurse to provide safe treatment. Nurses are required to ensure that their practice and conduct meets the requirements of the profession and protects the public as self-regulating health care professionals.
Is it acceptable for nurses to use CBD Oil?
The ability of a nurse is to think clearly, make sound decisions and act decisively can be affected by mood altering substances such as cannabis. It puts consumers at risk and puts patient safety at risk. Nurses are committed to safe practice for patients and clients are assured that they will not be exposed to care providers whose abilities may be compromised. Under the 1991 Regulated Health Professions Act, job while any substance is impaired is deemed a professional misconduct
It is important to note that cannabis has a different effect on everyone. A nurse must use their professional judgment to assess whether the medicinal and/or recreational use of cannabis may jeopardize their ability to provide health care. When you believe you may be impaired or affected by any drug ( e.g., opiates, alcohol or cannabis ) or even cancer, you should refrain from doing so. Nurses are responsible for understanding their physical and mental weaknesses, and their own health and well-being has an impact on their ability to provide healthy, reliable and ethical treatment. This transparency is illustrated in the practice standard for ethics and the reference guide for professional conduct. Failure to meet this standard will lead to the investigation and it would be a lengthy process. Nurses are also responsible for reporting to your employer if you suspect that another nurse or health care worker may have a disability.
Could my nursing practice be further impaired by provincial or territorial legislation?
In general, provincial and territorial cannabis regulations do not impose additional limits or restrictions on any nursing practitioners performing their professional duties. Nevertheless, there are limitations in some states as to where cannabis can be consumed, including cannabis for medical purposes. Such requirements are a practical consideration for nurses who can possess and prescribe medical cannabis to patients in a health care facility or in a public place. For example, in some jurisdictions, given the concept of a “public place” under the Cannabis Act that involves a motor vehicle in a public place, individuals cannot consume cannabis, even for medical purposes, in or on a car or boat. Exceptions may arise when the vehicle or boat is used as a dwelling house ( subject to conditions and restrictions ) or when the vehicle is not on a highway or trail ( as specified in the law ). Furthermore, current smoking bans apply with limited exceptions to cannabis smoking, even for medical purposes.
Conclusion
It is concluded that, for nurses its safe not to use CBD oil when you are on duty as you have to take care of the patients which is the important responsibility. Or if you really want to take it then only consume a little amount of CBD oil so that you remain in your senses an can perform your duty perfectly.