Descriptions Flashcards
1
Q
What are some of the effective psychosocial treatments for substance use disorders?
A
- -cognitive behavioral
- -behavioral
- -psychodynamic/interpersonal -group and family
- -self-help groups
2
Q
What is included in the management of alcohol intoxication and withdrawal?
A
- acutely intoxicated need to be monitored in safe environment
- 4-12 hrs after stopping or reducing alcohol use withdrawal begins symptoms
- peak on 2nd day
- settle within 4-5 days
- complications of withdrawal include: seizures hallucinations delirium moderate to severe withdrawal should include medical attention
3
Q
Intoxication by cocaine can cause
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- hypertension
- tachycardia
- seizures
- paranoid delusions
4
Q
After stopping cocaine use the following are common
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- craving
- depression
5
Q
Use of methadone or LAAM may be appropriate for
A
- clients who have a hx of at least 1 year of dependence on opioids
- goal of tx is to achieve a stable maintenance dose
6
Q
What are the effective strategies in treating opioid withdrawal?
A
- methadone substitution with gradual tapering
- abruptly stopping opioids/taking meds to suppress symptoms
7
Q
How are pharmacological treatments used for clients with substance use disorders?
A
- treat intoxication and withdrawal
- tx will cause unpleasant effects when using abused substance
- substitute therapy (methadone)
- tx of clinical conditions
8
Q
Identify examples of stimulants
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- amphetamines
- cocaine
9
Q
Describe effects of stimulant use
A
- initial increased alertness and energy
short term effect
- exhaustion
- apathy
- depression
- initial high followed by feelings of unwellness
long term effect
- can be addictive
- repeated high doses in a short period may lead to paranoia and hostility
10
Q
Describe narcotics/opioids
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- are a type of narcotic pain medication
- they tell your brain you’re not in pain
- high potential for abuse
11
Q
Identify examples of narcotics/opioids
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- codeine
- fentanyl
- morphine
- oxycodone
- methadone
- demerol
- morphine
12
Q
Identify examples of depressants
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- alcohol
- opiates (such as heroin and morphine)
- cannabis.
- sedatives (such as Valium)
- some glues, petrols and other solvents.
13
Q
Describe depressants
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- used medicinally to relieve anxiety, irritablility, or tensions
- high potential for abuse
- development of tolerance
- state of intoxication similar to alcohol
14
Q
Describe effects of depressants
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- sensory alteration
- reduction in anxiety
- intoxication
large doses
- respiratory depression
- coma
- death
15
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Describe stimulants
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- increase alertness
- relieve fatigue
- feel stronger and more decisive
- for euphorica effects
- to counteract “down” feeling of depressants
