substance use and abuse Flashcards
what are the stages of substance used and abuse?
1) experimentation
2) regular use
3) abuse
4) dependance
5) addiction
what drugs affect the skin?
tobacco and steroids
what kind of drugs affect the heart?
stimulants
what drugs affect the mouth?
tobacco and meth
what drugs affect the lungs?
tobacco and marijuana
what drug affects the liver?
alcohol
what drugs affects the brain?
every drug
what does resiliency mean?
the ability to become strong, healthy, and successful after something bad happens to you
what are some of the potential consequences of substance abuse?
jail, fines, suspended license, criminal charges, criminal record, losing friends and family, death, long term health issues, financial troubles
how do respond effectively?
- make sure your safe (if not call 911)
- is the person responsive? (if not call 911)
- check for pulse, if not responsive do CPR (if not call 911)
- perform CPR to increase circulation
what type of drug is fentanyl
depressant
what type of drug is alcohol?
depressant
what type of drug is steroids?
synthetic steroid
what type of drug is prescription drugs?
depressants
what type of drug is meth
stimulant