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Substance Abuse Causes and Warning Signs

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What is substance abuse characterized by?

A maladaptive pattern of substance use with no consequences

A beneficial pattern of substance use with positive consequences

A maladaptive pattern of substance use manifested by recurrent adverse consequences (correct)

A pattern of substance use with no adverse consequences

What is a cause of drug abuse?

Peer influence

Genetic predisposition

Emotional pressure (correct)

Lack of education

What is a physical sign of substance abuse?

Change in eating habits (correct)

Participating in charity events

Sudden interest in sports

Better grades in school

What is a behavioral sign of substance abuse?

Irritability and nervousness Signup and view all the answers

What is a social sign of substance abuse?

Social problems Signup and view all the answers

What is a classification of substance abuse?

Sedatives Signup and view all the answers

What is a part of the nursing role in substance abuse?

Assessing the type and action of the drug used Signup and view all the answers

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Substance Abuse

Maladaptive pattern of substance use leading to recurrent adverse consequences

Causes of Drug Abuse

Emotional pressure
Social pressure
Group pressure
Previous drug use
Effect of the media

Warning Signs of Substance Abuse

Physical Signs

Change in eating habits
Change in sleep pattern
Red eye
Running nose and cough

Behavioral Signs

Change in friends: sudden avoidance of old friends
Irritability and nervousness
Over excitement

Social problems
Economic problems
Legal risks

Classification of Substance Abuse

1. Alcohol
1. Sedatives
1. Cocaine
1. Hallucinogens
1. Inhalants

Nursing Role

Assessment

Assess type and action of drug used
Assess pattern of dependence
Assess physical condition of the client

Planning/Implementation

Develop a trusting nurse-client relationship
Maintain a non-judgmental attitude
Encourage participation in group activities
Assist through detoxification phase
Observe and care for physical problems
Establish rehabilitation program

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Identify the causes and warning signs of substance abuse, including emotional and social pressures, physical and behavioral signs, and more.