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What is a significant risk associated with withdrawal from CNS stimulants?
What is a significant risk associated with withdrawal from CNS stimulants?
Which outcome indicates a successful management strategy for a client in denial?
Which outcome indicates a successful management strategy for a client in denial?
What coping mechanism is suggested to clients to handle stress without substances?
What coping mechanism is suggested to clients to handle stress without substances?
What is a primary focus of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
What is a primary focus of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
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Which relaxation technique is NOT mentioned as a management strategy?
Which relaxation technique is NOT mentioned as a management strategy?
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The effective management of which aspect can help clients understand the consequences of their substance use?
The effective management of which aspect can help clients understand the consequences of their substance use?
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What is the main philosophy underlying the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous?
What is the main philosophy underlying the 12 steps of Alcoholics Anonymous?
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What is a key goal of client and family education in the context of substance use treatment?
What is a key goal of client and family education in the context of substance use treatment?
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Which of the following are natural hallucinogens?
Which of the following are natural hallucinogens?
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What is a primary characteristic of cannabis intoxication?
What is a primary characteristic of cannabis intoxication?
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Which of the following is a potential outcome of a severe overdose on PCP or Ketamine?
Which of the following is a potential outcome of a severe overdose on PCP or Ketamine?
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Which of the following describes Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder?
Which of the following describes Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder?
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Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome is characterized by which of the following symptoms?
Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome is characterized by which of the following symptoms?
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What common symptom is associated with intoxication of hallucinogens?
What common symptom is associated with intoxication of hallucinogens?
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Which of the following is a result of gambling disorder?
Which of the following is a result of gambling disorder?
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Which psychoactive ingredient is primarily responsible for the effects of cannabis?
Which psychoactive ingredient is primarily responsible for the effects of cannabis?
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What is a common characteristic of gambling disorder?
What is a common characteristic of gambling disorder?
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Which of the following is NOT a treatment modality for gambling disorder?
Which of the following is NOT a treatment modality for gambling disorder?
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Which tool is used for assessing the severity of a substance use problem?
Which tool is used for assessing the severity of a substance use problem?
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What aspect of the nursing process should nurses examine when working with a substance abuser?
What aspect of the nursing process should nurses examine when working with a substance abuser?
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Which medication is NOT commonly used in the treatment of gambling disorder?
Which medication is NOT commonly used in the treatment of gambling disorder?
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What does the SBIRT tool stand for in assessment?
What does the SBIRT tool stand for in assessment?
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Clients with a dual diagnosis typically require what type of program?
Clients with a dual diagnosis typically require what type of program?
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Which of the following statements about gambling behavior is accurate?
Which of the following statements about gambling behavior is accurate?
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What is a common behavior exhibited by codependent individuals?
What is a common behavior exhibited by codependent individuals?
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Which medication is commonly used for managing alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
Which medication is commonly used for managing alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
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What might be a sign of a chemically impaired nurse?
What might be a sign of a chemically impaired nurse?
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Which of the following is NOT part of the treatment requirements for impaired nurses?
Which of the following is NOT part of the treatment requirements for impaired nurses?
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Which of the following medications is categorized as a narcotic antagonist?
Which of the following medications is categorized as a narcotic antagonist?
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What symptom might a patient present with if a nurse is chemically impaired?
What symptom might a patient present with if a nurse is chemically impaired?
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What role does thiamine play in pharmacotherapy for alcoholism?
What role does thiamine play in pharmacotherapy for alcoholism?
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What is a potential consequence for a chemically impaired nurse reported for substance abuse?
What is a potential consequence for a chemically impaired nurse reported for substance abuse?
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Which behavior is a hallmark of codependency?
Which behavior is a hallmark of codependency?
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What may a chemically impaired nurse experience related to their work performance?
What may a chemically impaired nurse experience related to their work performance?
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Which medication is specifically used for treating alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
Which medication is specifically used for treating alcohol withdrawal symptoms?
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What is a possible outcome for a nurse reported for chemical abuse?
What is a possible outcome for a nurse reported for chemical abuse?
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What is a requirement for impaired nurses under diversionary laws?
What is a requirement for impaired nurses under diversionary laws?
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Which medication is used to support abstinence from alcohol?
Which medication is used to support abstinence from alcohol?
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In the context of substance withdrawal, what role does thiamine serve?
In the context of substance withdrawal, what role does thiamine serve?
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What symptom might indicate the presence of stress-related illnesses in a codependent individual?
What symptom might indicate the presence of stress-related illnesses in a codependent individual?
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What risk is associated with a client withdrawing from CNS depressants?
What risk is associated with a client withdrawing from CNS depressants?
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What is a primary outcome desired for a client demonstrating denial regarding substance use?
What is a primary outcome desired for a client demonstrating denial regarding substance use?
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Which coping mechanism is encouraged to replace substance use during stressful situations?
Which coping mechanism is encouraged to replace substance use during stressful situations?
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What significant concept underpins Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
What significant concept underpins Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
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Which statement about the philosophy of AA is accurate?
Which statement about the philosophy of AA is accurate?
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Which of the following is a goal of client and family education regarding substance use?
Which of the following is a goal of client and family education regarding substance use?
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Which of the following relaxation techniques can be taught to clients in substance use treatment?
Which of the following relaxation techniques can be taught to clients in substance use treatment?
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What is a common approach included in client education about managing substance use disorders?
What is a common approach included in client education about managing substance use disorders?
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What are common intoxication symptoms for hallucinogens?
What are common intoxication symptoms for hallucinogens?
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Which of the following substances is considered a natural hallucinogen?
Which of the following substances is considered a natural hallucinogen?
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What is a significant characteristic of Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome?
What is a significant characteristic of Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome?
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Which of the following is a potential psychological effect of hallucinogen use?
Which of the following is a potential psychological effect of hallucinogen use?
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What distinguishes a 'bad trip' from typical hallucinogen effects?
What distinguishes a 'bad trip' from typical hallucinogen effects?
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What is the main psychoactive component of cannabis responsible for its effects?
What is the main psychoactive component of cannabis responsible for its effects?
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Which approach should be taken for managing a severe overdose of PCP or Ketamine?
Which approach should be taken for managing a severe overdose of PCP or Ketamine?
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Which symptom is associated with withdrawal from cannabis?
Which symptom is associated with withdrawal from cannabis?
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What is a common characteristic of the course of gambling disorder?
What is a common characteristic of the course of gambling disorder?
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Which of the following therapies is NOT included as a treatment modality for gambling disorder?
Which of the following therapies is NOT included as a treatment modality for gambling disorder?
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Which assessment tool helps identify alcohol-related issues and includes a series of questions about drinking habits?
Which assessment tool helps identify alcohol-related issues and includes a series of questions about drinking habits?
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What role do nurses have when initially developing relationships with substance abusers?
What role do nurses have when initially developing relationships with substance abusers?
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Clients with a dual diagnosis are typically referred to which type of program?
Clients with a dual diagnosis are typically referred to which type of program?
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What is likely the focus of the psychosocial assessment of a client with substance use disorders?
What is likely the focus of the psychosocial assessment of a client with substance use disorders?
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Which medication is used in the treatment of gambling disorder?
Which medication is used in the treatment of gambling disorder?
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Compulsive behaviors associated with gambling disorder usually begin at what stage of life?
Compulsive behaviors associated with gambling disorder usually begin at what stage of life?
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Study Notes
Hallucinogens
- Diverse group of drugs with unpredictable effects
- Natural: Mescaline, Psilocybin, Salvia
- Synthetic Compounds: Lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), Dextromethorphan (DXM), Phencyclidine (PCP), Ketamine, MDMA (also a stimulant)
- Intoxication Symptoms: Altered perceptions, hallucinations, impaired judgment, intensified sensations and feelings, depersonalization/derealization, emotional changes (euphoria, peace, paranoia, panic), increased blood pressure, heart rate, and blood glucose, nausea, vomiting, chills, loss of appetite, insomnia
- Toxic Reactions: Panic reaction ("bad trip"), flashbacks, Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD) - transient, spontaneous repetition of an LSD-induced experience
- Overdose Symptoms: Serious psychological harm, death often due to dangerous behaviors or accidents
- Severe Overdose of PCP or Ketamine: Respiratory depression, coma, respiratory arrest, convulsions, seizures
- Treatment: Supportive care based on symptoms (calm, low-stimulus environment)
- No specific withdrawal syndrome
Cannabis
- Marijuana, Hashish, Synthetic cannabinoids (K2, Spice)
- Depressant and Hallucinogenic effects
- Major psychoactive ingredient: THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol)
- Intoxication: Impaired motor movement, lowered inhibition, talkativeness, euphoria, relaxation, mood swings, conjunctival reddening (red eyes), increased appetite, dry mouth
- Overdose and Toxicity: Usually non-fatal, can lead to Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (severe abdominal pain, vomiting, dehydration, potentially acute kidney failure)
- Withdrawal Symptoms: Irritability, restlessness, insomnia, headache, chills, nausea, vomiting, stomachache, loss of appetite
- Amotivational Syndrome
Gambling Disorder
- Persistent and recurrent problematic gambling behavior that intensifies under stress
- Individual utilizes any means to obtain money for gambling
- Usually begins in adolescence, but compulsive behaviors rarely occur before young adulthood
- Chronic course with periods of waxing and waning
- Interferes with interpersonal relationships, social, academic, or occupational functioning
Treatment Modalities for Gambling Disorder
- Behavior therapy
- Cognitive therapy
- Motivational interviewing
- Gamblers Anonymous
- Psychopharmacology: SSRIs, Clomipramine, Lithium, Carbamazepine, Naltrexone
Nursing Assessment for Substance Use Disorders
- Various assessment tools available: Drug history and assessment, Drug abuse screen test (DAST), Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to TX (SBIRT), Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment of Alcohol Scale, Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale Assessment, Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST), CAGE Questionnaire
- Physical, Mental Health, and Psychosocial Assessments: Who they live with, how they cope with stressors
- Admission history: Current symptoms of intoxication, overdose, withdrawal, and complications, screening tools
- Vital signs
- Insight and interest for treatment of substance use disorder
Dual Diagnosis
- Clients with coexisting substance disorder and mental disorder
- Special programs combine therapies targeting both problems
Nursing Diagnosis/Outcome Identification
- Clients withdrawing from CNS depressants: Risk for injury related to CNS agitation
- Clients withdrawing from CNS stimulants: Risk for suicide related to intense feelings of lassitude and depression, "crashing," suicidal ideation
- Denial: Outcome - Client will demonstrate acceptance of responsibility for their behavior and acknowledge association between personal problems and substance use
- Ineffective Coping: Outcome - Clients will demonstrate adaptive coping mechanisms that can be used in stressful situations (instead of taking substances)
- Coping skills to teach: Exercise, visualization, talk to a sponsor
Client/Family Education
- Nature and management of the illness
- Effects of substances on the body
- How substance use affects life
- Stress management and coping
- Relaxation techniques: Progressive relaxation, tense and relax, deep breathing, autogenics
- Problem-solving and good nutrition
- Support services: Alcoholics Anonymous (or other support groups), one-to-one support person, therapy
Alcoholics Anonymous
- Major self-help organization for alcoholism treatment
- Based on peer support, acceptance, and understanding from others who have experienced the same problem
- 12 steps provide guidelines on how to attain and maintain sobriety
- Total abstinence is promoted as the only cure
Codependency
- Dysfunctional behaviors among members of the family of a chemically dependent person
- Sacrificing own needs for fulfillment of others to achieve a sense of control
- Deriving self-worth from others
- Feeling responsible for the happiness of others
- Commonly denying that problems exist
- Keeping feelings in control, releasing anxiety in the form of stress-related illnesses or compulsive behaviors
The Chemically Impaired Nurse
- Absenteeism or perfect attendance
- Issues involving wasting of drugs and narcotic counts
- Poor concentration, memory, and recall, unmet deadlines, inappropriate responses
- Problems with relationships
- Changes in mood, behavior, motor coordination, slurred speech
- Patient complaints of inadequate pain control, discrepancies in documentation
- State Board Response: May deny, suspend, or revoke a license based on reports of chemical abuse. Diversionary laws allow impaired nurses to avoid disciplinary action by agreeing to seek treatment (completion of programs, counseling, support groups or 12-step program, random negative drug screens)
- During the suspension period: Successful completion of treatment programs (inpatient, outpatient, group, or individual), evidence of regular attendance in support groups or 12-step programs, random negative drug screens, employment or volunteer activities
Pharmacotherapy for Alcoholism
- Alcohol Withdrawal: Benzodiazepines, anticonvulsants, multivitamin therapy, thiamine
- Disulfiram (Antabuse): Aversion therapy to deter alcohol consumption
- Acamprosate (Campral): Helps reduce cravings and relapse
Psychopharmacology for Substance Intoxication and Withdrawal
- Other medications: Naltrexone (ReVia; Vivitrol), Nalmefene (Revex), Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
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Opioids:
- Narcotic antagonists: Naloxone (Narcan), Naltrexone (ReVia), Nalmefene (Revex)
- Buprenorphine
- Methadone
- Clonidine
- Depressants: Phenobarbital (Luminal), long-acting benzodiazepines
- Stimulants: Minor tranquilizers, major tranquilizers, anticonvulsants, antidepressants
- Hallucinogens and cannabinols: Benzodiazepines, antipsychotics
Hallucinogens
- Diverse group of drugs with unpredictable effects
- Natural hallucinogens: mescaline, psilocybin, salvia
- Synthetic hallucinogens: LSD, dextromethorphan (DXM), phencyclidine (PCP), ketamine, MDMA
- Hallucinogens can cause: altered perceptions, hallucinations, impaired judgment, intensified sensations, depersonalization, derealization, mood swings, increased blood pressure, heart rate, and blood glucose, nausea, vomiting, chills, loss of appetite, insomnia
- Hallucinogen intoxication symptoms can be managed with supportive care in a calm, low-stimulus environment
- Hallucinogen toxic reactions include panic reactions ("bad trips"), flashbacks, and Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder where previous LSD-induced experiences are spontaneously repeated without taking the substance
- Hallucinogen overdose can lead to serious psychological harm and death, usually due to dangerous behaviors and accidents
- Severe PCP or ketamine overdose symptoms include respiratory depression, coma, respiratory arrest, convulsions, and seizures
- There is no specific withdrawal syndrome for hallucinogens
Cannabis
- Marijuana, hashish, and synthetic cannabinoids (K2, Spice) are examples of cannabis
- Cannabis has depressant and hallucinogenic effects
- The major psychoactive ingredient in cannabis is THC (delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol)
- Cannabis intoxication: impaired motor movement, lowered inhibition, euphoria, relaxation, mood swings, conjunctival reddening, increased appetite, dry mouth
- Overdose and withdrawal symptoms can occur with potent forms of cannabis
- Cannabis overdose is usually non-fatal
- Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome is a severe condition that can lead to acute kidney failure and includes symptoms like severe abdominal pain and vomiting
- Cannabis withdrawal symptoms: irritability, restlessness, insomnia, headache, chills, nausea, vomiting, stomachache, loss of appetite
- Amotivational Syndrome is a potential outcome of long-term cannabis use
Gambling Disorder
- Gambling Disorder is characterized by persistent and recurrent problematic gambling behaviors that intensify when the individual is under stress
- The individual may use any means necessary to obtain money for gambling
- The disorder usually begins in adolescence, but compulsive behaviors rarely occur before young adulthood
- Gambling Disorder usually runs a chronic course with periods of waxing and waning
- Gambling Disorder can interfere with interpersonal relationships, social, academic, or occupational functioning
Treatment Modalities for Gambling Disorder
- Treatment options include behavior therapy, cognitive therapy, motivational interviewing, Gamblers Anonymous, and psychopharmacology
- Psychopharmacology medications used to treat gambling disorder may include SSRIs, clomipramine, lithium, carbamazepine, and naltrexone
Substance Abuse Nursing Process
- Nurses must be aware of their own personal experiences with substances to establish effective relationships with substance abusers
- The nursing process for substance abuse involves assessment, nursing diagnosis/outcome identification, client/family education, and pharmacotherapy
- Assessment tools for substance abuse include drug abuse screen tests (DAST), Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to TX (SBIRT), Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment of Alcohol Scale, Clinical Opiate Withdrawal Scale Assessment, Michigan Alcoholism Screening Test (MAST), and CAGE Questionnaire
- Assessment should include: physical, mental health, and psychosocial assessments (including how the individual copes with stressors), admission history, current signs and symptoms of intoxication, overdose, withdrawal, and complications, substance use screening tools, vital signs, and insight and interest for substance use disorder treatment
- Dual Diagnosis refers to the co-occurrence of a substance disorder and mental disorder
- Clients with dual diagnosis may be assigned to a special program
- Clients withdrawing from CNS depressants may be at risk for injury due to CNS agitation
- Clients withdrawing from CNS stimulants may be at risk for suicide due to intense feelings of lassitude and depression, "crashing," and suicidal ideation
- Denial is a common issue for substance abusers, as they may have a weak, underdeveloped ego
- Ineffective coping is a common nursing diagnosis for substance abusers due to inadequate coping skills
- Clients need to be taught coping skills like exercise, visualization techniques, and talking to a sponsor
Client/Family Education
- Client/family education should include: nature and management of substance abuse, effects of substance on the body, how substance use affects life, stress management and coping skills, relaxation techniques, problem-solving, good nutrition, and support services
- Support services may include: Alcoholics Anonymous, one-to-one support person, and therapy
Alcoholics Anonymous
- A major self-help organization for the treatment of alcoholism
- Based on the concept of peer support, acceptance, and understanding from others who have experienced the same problem
- The 12 steps of AA provide guidelines on how to attain and maintain sobriety
- Total abstinence is promoted as the only cure for alcoholism
- Social drinking is not considered safe for alcoholics
Codependency
- Codependency is defined by dysfunctional behaviors evident among members of the family of a chemically dependent person
- Codependent people sacrifice their own needs to fulfill the needs of others for a sense of control
- Codependents derive self-worth from others and feel responsible for the happiness of others
- Codependents often deny that problems exist
- Codependency can express itself through stress-related illness or compulsive behaviors
The Chemically Impaired Nurse
- Signs of a chemically impaired nurse may include: absenteeism or perfect attendance, issues with wasting of drugs and narcotic counts, poor concentration, memory, and recall, unmet deadlines, inappropriate responses, problems with relationships, changes in mood, behavior, motor coordination, slurred speech, patient complaints of inadequate pain control, and discrepancies in documentation
- State boards may deny, suspend, or revoke a nurse's license based on a report of chemical abuse
- Diversionary laws allow impaired nurses to avoid disciplinary action by agreeing to seek treatment
- Required treatments for chemically impaired nurses include: completion of a program, counseling, support groups, 12-step program, and random negative drug screens
- During the suspension period, the nurse may be required to: successfully complete an inpatient, outpatient, group, or individual counseling treatment program, demonstrate regular attendance at nurse support groups or 12-step program, undergo random negative drug screens, and participate in employment or volunteer activities
Pharmacotherapy for Alcoholism
- Medications used to treat alcohol withdrawal include benzodiazepines, anticonvulsants, multivitamin therapy, and thiamine
- Disulfiram (Antabuse) is a medication used to deter alcohol consumption by causing unpleasant side effects
- Acamprosate (Campral) is medication that helps reduce cravings for alcohol
Psychopharmacology for Substance Intoxication and Substance Withdrawal
- Common medications used to treat substance intoxication and withdrawal include:
- Opioids: Naloxone (Narcan), Naltrexone (ReVia), Nalmefene (Revex), Buprenorphine, methadone, clonidine
- Depressants: Phenobarbital (Luminal), Long-acting benzodiazepines
- Stimulants: Minor tranquilizers, Major tranquilizers, Anticonvulsants, Antidepressants
- Hallucinogens and cannabinols: Benzodiazepines, Antipsychotics
- Other: Naltrexone (ReVia), Nalmefene (Revex), Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
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This quiz explores the diverse group of hallucinogenic drugs, detailing both natural and synthetic compounds. It covers their effects, symptoms of intoxication, toxic reactions, and overdose risks, along with treatment options. Test your knowledge on the intriguing world of hallucinogens.