T3 Symposium: Illicit Substance Misuse (SF)

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Which drug had the highest weighted mean purity/potency in small quantity drug seizures in England and Wales in 2018?

Crack cocaine

What is the legal use of caffeine as an adulterant in illicit drugs?

To increase efficiency

What physical health complications might Scott, a heroin user, present with?

Cellulitis and abscess

What are the risk factors for overdose in Scott?

<p>Living alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of those receiving treatment for a drug problem were parents or lived with children?

<p>Just over 50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of drug misusers had a chronic pain condition?

<p>29%</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the cost of street heroin in the UK?

<p>£40-60 per gram</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following services is NOT offered by the Oasis Project?

<p>Residential rehab</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Health checks provided by the Oasis Project?

<p>To provide sexual vaccinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of 'Dependent Use' of psychoactive substances?

<p>Where a person needs to take a psychoactive substance to feel normal</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a sign of Opiate Intoxication?

<p>Constricted pupils</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common physical health complication related to opiate use?

<p>Medical complications</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Simon's Body Map?

<p>To track the effects of intoxication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate mortality rate associated with opiates?

<p>1-2% per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a step to become an Addictions Psychiatrist?

<p>Complete Core Training in Psychiatry</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Breakout rooms during the Illicit Drugs Symposium?

<p>To share expertise on illicit drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sector generally provides Substance Misuse Services?

<p>Non-profit organizations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the lecture 'Everything you wanted to know about illicit drugs' cover?

<p>In-depth information about illicit drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of psychiatry focuses on opiate dependence?

<p>Addictions Psychiatry</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where can you find Primary Care Level Psychological Services?

<p>General Community Teams</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Wrap up and final Q&A during the Illicit Drugs Symposium?

<p>To conclude the event and answer any remaining questions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key component of preventing infection when sharing needles?

<p>Using a needle exchange scheme</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the psychoeducation strategies for preventing and managing overdose?

<p>Not telling others what you are using</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of naloxone pens?

<p>To reverse opioid overdose</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which opiate substitution therapy is an opiate agonist?

<p>Methadone</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of buprenorphine?

<p>It blocks the action of opiates</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of methadone as an opiate substitution therapy?

<p>Allows use on top</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take to stabilize on methadone?

<p>4-5 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which opiate substitution therapy is quicker to stabilize on than methadone?

<p>Buprenorphine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of needle exchange schemes?

<p>To prevent infection when sharing needles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the quiz mentioned in the text?

<p>To educate about substance abuse</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe taking drugs orally?

<p>Swallowing</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of heavy use of the substance mentioned in the text?

<p>Drug-induced psychosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of opiate substitution therapy?

<p>To manage withdrawal symptoms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a reason why people use drugs?

<p>To enhance cognitive abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible reason why people use drugs?

<p>To reduce stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Illicit Drugs Symposium mentioned in the text?

<p>To answer questions about illicit drugs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible benefit of attending the Illicit Drugs Symposium?

<p>Increased knowledge about drug use</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance has the highest risk of causing seizures during withdrawal?

<p>Heroin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance has the highest overdose fatality rate?

<p>Heroin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which route of administration is NOT commonly used for heroin?

<p>Sublingual</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which substance can cause coronary artery spasm, leading to acute coronary syndromes?

<p>Cocaine</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following substances is commonly injected as a combination of heroin and cocaine?

<p>Speedball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What substance is commonly associated with presentations to A&E and acts as an agonist at CB1 and CB2 receptors?

<p>Ketamine</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three high-risk areas for injecting drugs?

<p>Neck, groin, armpit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What substance is commonly used in the treatment of PTSD and can cause restlessness, hyperthermia, and chest pain?

<p>MDMA</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential reason why people might use substances to manage social settings?

<p>To fit in with peers</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following could be considered an adverse childhood experience?

<p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the likelihood of someone injecting drugs if they have experienced four or more adverse childhood experiences?

<p>3.7%</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to remember that someone who is dependent on substances may have experienced adverse childhood experiences?

<p>To treat them with kindness and respect</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common non-opiate drug?

<p>Cannabis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the risks associated with cannabis use?

<p>Mental health problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the profile of cannabis in terms of THC and CBD?

<p>High THC and low CBD</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the risks associated with nitrous oxide use?

<p>Peripheral neuropathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body parts are considered high risk for infection when using drugs intravenously?

<p>Arms and hands</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concern when using drugs in a clean area?

<p>Risk of infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the combination of heroin and cocaine?

<p>Speedball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential risks associated with injecting drugs into an artery?

<p>Damage to the artery</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe accidentally injecting drugs into an artery?

<p>Arterial injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common term used in the UK to describe the combination of heroin and cocaine?

<p>Snowballing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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