i wish you the best in your decision...don't know what state you are in, but since drug diversion is a fairly common issue within the nursing profession, many states have either voluntary or mandatory reporting systems in place, with mandatory counseling offered. While it certainly does not diminsh the seriousness of the issue, he does have some options---the real issue is whether he wants the help or not--if he wants the help, it's out there. In the meantime, YOU need to get help and support for yourself and your family, regardless of the outcome of your husband's dilemma, to help you through this. good luck

r bellassai

Originally Posted by mnwifehelp

I am very sad to have to be here and requesting help, but I don't know what else to do.
My husband is a male nurse and it has come to my attention that he has crossed the fine line and fallen into taking patients medication to use for himself.
It has been going on for more than a year now and our family is suffering greatly! It's to the point that it doesn't matter if our children are with him or not. Please advise on on what I should do, he is sooo clouded with his thoughts that he thinks it's under control, and that I am the root of all our problems.
2 days ago I asked him to leave and not heard much from him, I am scared to death this is going to end our marriage..............
what do I do?? ......Please Help!

I don't want to get him in trouble or to jeapordize his career!

Thanks in Advance

Call the State Board of Nursing in your state and get him away from those patients NOW. It's not about you or your family, it's about the patient and their safety. Do it now!