The purpose of this course is to familiarize the learner with the use of marijuana (also known as cannabis) in the care setting. The history of cannabis, it’s social context, and dual status as legal in many states yet federally controlled, will be explained. Recreational and medicinal use will be discussed, including research on health effects, drug-to-drug interactions and safety concerns, and policy and procedural issues for care settings. State and federal laws about the use of cannabis will be explained.