Nurs Stand. 2001 Nov 21-27; 16(10): 39-44.

Cannabis: its therapeutic use.

Wall J, Davis S, Ridgway S.

Staffordshire University, Stafford. jenny.wall@staffs.ac.uk

This article provides an overview of the issues surrounding the use of cannabis for therapeutic purposes. Examples of some of the ethical issues related to professional practice are discussed. The authors do not advocate legalising cannabis for all, but the therapeutic advantages and disadvantages of using cannabis are highlighted.