title: Medical Marijuana.
abstract: The use of medicinal marijuana is increasing. Marijuana has been shown to have therapeutic effects in certain patients, but further research is needed regarding the safety and efficacy of marijuana as a medical treatment for various conditions. A growing body of research validates the use of marijuana for a variety of healthcare problems, but there are many issues surrounding the use of this substance. This article discusses the use of medical marijuana and provides implications for home care clinicians.
authors.affiliation: Teri Capriotti, DO, MSN, CRNP, is a Clinical Associate Professor, College of Nursing, Villanova University, Villanova, Pennsylvania.
authors.forename: Teri
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Capriotti
mesh_terms: D059350:Chronic Pain / Q000188:drug therapy; D017277:Drug Approval / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence*; D004335:Drug and Narcotic Control / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence; D005260:Female; D006699:Home Care Services; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D064086:Medical Marijuana / Q000494:pharmacology / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D020380:Needs Assessment; D018579:Patient Selection; D014481:United States; D014486:United States Food and Drug Administration / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence
chemical_list: D064086:Medical Marijuana