Chapter 22 - Substance-Related & Addictive Disorders Flashcards
Substances that lead to use disorders
- Alcohol
- Caffeine
- Cannabis
- Hallucinogens
- Inhalants
- Opioids
- Sedative-hypnotics
- Stimulants
- Tobacco
- Other (Process Addictions): gambling, sex, shopping, etc.
What is addiction?
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- Chronic medical condition
- Individual is dependent on something (toxic or chemical substance)
- Patient has a need for using the substance
What is intoxication?
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using a substance in excess
- causing physical, physiological, & psychological effects
What is tolerance?
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Takes higher doses to achieve the initial / desired level of response
What is withdrawal?
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Symptoms that occur when a person stops using a substance
Comorbidities with Subtance-Related & Addictive Disorders
Psychiatric (dual diagnosis)
* 6 out of 10 people
Medical
* EtOH-related medical problems are the most commonly seen comorbiditiy
* DM, Hepatitis C, Psoriasis
What is a dual diagnosis?
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Mental Health Disorder + Substance-Use Disorder
Risk factors of substance use disorders
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- Genetics
- Enviornmental (social & cultural norms; socioeconomics)
- Psychological Factors (lack of tolerance, success, or self-regard, low self-esteem, risk-taking propensity)
What is the most widely used psychoactive substance in the world?
Caffeine
List different types of inhalants
- Propellants (aerosol paint sprays, hair sprays, & shaking cream)
- Thinners (i.e. for pain products & correction fluids)
- Fuels (i.e. gasoline, propane)
- Solvents (for glues & adhesives)
Signs & Symptoms of Opioid Intoxication / Overdose
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- Coma
- Pinpoint Pupils
- Respiratory depression
- Hypothermia
- Hypotension
- Bradycardia
- Unresponsiveness
What is the antidote for opioid intoxication / overdose?
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naloxone (Narcan)
- Intranasal
- IM
- Subcutaneous
- IV
What medications are commonly used for opioid withdrawal?
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- methadone (Dolphine, Methadose)
- clonidine (Catapres)
- Buprenophine/naloxone
What substances are used in sedative, hypnotic, & anti-anxiety medication use disorder?
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Benzodiazepines
* alprazolam (Xanax)
* clonazepam (Klonopin)
* diazepam (Valium)
* lorazepam (Ativan)
Benzodiazepine-like drugs (Z-hypnotics)
* zolpidem (Ambien)
* zaleplon (Sonata)
* eszopiclone (Lunesta)
Carbamates
Barbituates
Barbituate-like hypnotics
What is the treatment for overdose on sedatives, hypnotics, or anti-anxiety medications?
Gastric lavage (pump stomach)