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Which of the following is a symptom of heroin withdrawal?
Which of the following is a symptom of heroin withdrawal?
- Dry eyes
- Decreased respiration rate
- Decreased heart rate
- Increased respiration rate (correct)
What can result in death during heroin withdrawal?
What can result in death during heroin withdrawal?
- Delirium
- Cardiovascular collapse (correct)
- Tremors
- Increased sweating
Does every addicted individual require assistance to withdraw from heroin?
Does every addicted individual require assistance to withdraw from heroin?
- No (correct)
- Yes
- It depends on the severity of addiction
- It depends on the age of the individual
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Study Notes
- Withdrawal from heroin can be painful for some individuals.
- Symptoms include runny nose, tearing eyes, restlessness, and increased respiration rate.
- Symptoms may become more severe over time.
- Other symptoms include chilliness, flushing, excessive sweating, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, headache, tremors, and insomnia.
- Individuals may refuse food and water, leading to dehydration and weight loss.
- Delirium, hallucinations, and manic activity may occur in some cases.
- Cardiovascular collapse can result in death.
- Morphine can temporarily relieve withdrawal symptoms.
- Not all addicted individuals require assistance to withdraw.
- Withdrawal experiences vary among individuals.
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