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What is one of the risks associated with the cardiovascular system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the cardiovascular system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the musculoskeletal system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the musculoskeletal system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the endocrine system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the endocrine system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the immune system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the immune system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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What is one of the risks associated with the respiratory system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the respiratory system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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What is one of the risks associated with the gastrointestinal system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the gastrointestinal system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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What is one of the risks associated with addiction and misuse from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with addiction and misuse from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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What is one of the risks associated with the nervous system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the nervous system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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What is one of the risks associated with the gastrointestinal system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
What is one of the risks associated with the gastrointestinal system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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What is one of the risks associated with the cardiovascular system from the long-term abuse of narcotics?
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Study Notes
Global Prevalence of Opioid Use
- Approximately 0.7% of the global population aged 15-64 used opioids in the past year.
- Variations in prevalence across regions.
Prevalence of Opioid Use in the United States
- Millions of Americans misuse prescription opioids, heroin, and synthetic opioids like fentanyl.
- In 2019, an estimated 10.1 million people aged 12 or older misused opioids.
- 9.7 million people misused prescription pain relievers, and 745,000 people used heroin.
Psychological Risks Involved with Long-Term Abuse of Narcotics
- Mental health disorders: depression, anxiety, PTSD.
- Cognitive impairment: impaired decision-making abilities, concentration, problem-solving, processing speed.
- Emotional dysregulation: mood swings, irritability, emotional instability.
- Social and interpersonal problems: social withdrawal, isolation, conflict due to mood disturbances.
- Prioritization of drug-seeking behavior over interpersonal relations.
- Psychological distress: feelings of guilt, shame, self-blame, increased risk of suicide.
- Co-occurring substance use disorders (e.g., alcohol).
Cautions and Management
- Overdose risk: deadly when combined with alcohol, sleeping pills, anxiety medication, muscle relaxants.
- Dependence: physical (daily use).
- Risks: breathing problems, reduced blood pressure, withdrawal symptoms.
- Management: isolation from individuals who completed withdrawals, exercise not allowed, difficult behavior to handle.
Physiological Risks
- Respiratory System: sleep-disordered breathing, respiratory depression, increased overdose risk.
- Gastrointestinal System: constipation, severe intestinal blockage, nausea, and vomiting.
- Cardiovascular System: increased risk of myocardial infarction and heart failure.
- Musculoskeletal System: increased fracture risk.
- Endocrine System: infertility, osteoporosis.
- Immune System: increased pneumonia risk.
- Addiction and Misuse: prescription drug abuse prevalent, increased all-cause mortality.
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This quiz covers important information for patients and families about opioid medicines, signs of overdose, and withdrawal management. It also provides insight into the global prevalence of opioid use.
