Harm reduction is an evidencebased, practical approach to reducing the negative personal and public health consequences of drug use. However, staff in healthcare settings often struggle to openly discuss drug use with patients. The Introduction to Harm Reduction in Healthcare Video Series demonstrates practical strategies to support the health of people who use drugs. This video presents a nonstigmatizing approach to procedures like blood draws.

Additional Takeaways:
Recognize that using needles may not be a neutral experience for patients at any point during their recovery; it could trigger a negative emotional response or remind them of their use
There are many ways for an encounter to go wrong but many are salvageable through collaborative troubleshooting
Approach all encounters with empathy and sensitivity; these techniques can be used with all patients

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