Establishing a Web-Based Academic Toolbox for Primary Behavioral Care

BackgroundDoctorate of nursing practice (DNP) students and faculty request additions to their curricula to prepare them in the basic mental health and substance use disorder (MH/SUD) care needs in generalist care settings.ObjectivesDemonstrate effectiveness of resources gathered to facilitate safe and effective care to patients in generalist settings through a web-based Toolbox for Primary Behavioral CareStudy DesignFaculty-designed/posted web-based resources for treatment and referral of common MH/SUD disorders.ResultsA web site was organized and made accessible to all DNP students and faculty.ConclusionSince 2008, posted resources assist in guiding safe practice with regular updates congruent to evidence-based guidelines.