Harm reduction is an evidence-based, 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 an approach to open discussion for when non-prescribed substances appear in a patient's urine drug screen.

Additional Takeaways:
-Avoid the impulse to characterize the patient’s narratives or explanations as true or false; address all concerns with data and empathy
-Use all available resources to stay up-to-date on the state of the drug supply and emerging risks (e.g. public health websites, conversations with patients, community-based partners)
-Provide patients with options for staying safer while using drugs (e.g. consider doing a test dose-“start low, go slow”, fentanyl test strips)

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