Blame it on the alcohol
13.45 grams; 5 oz wine; 1.5 oz for spirits
What is the measurement of a standard drink?
This substance has valuable medical use – specifically for pain relief. It’s use is problematic if not monitored by a health care practitioner as individuals can become dependent on it.
What are opiates?
Ensuring your own safety while placing the person in the recovery position and ensure their airway is open.
What is providing first aid for an overdose (unconscious)?
The stage that is post 6 moths to 5 years
What is Maintenance?
10 drinks/week for women; 15 drinks/week for men
How many drinks to reduce long term risks?
This substance produces light-headedness or hallucinations. It can result in brain damage, asphyxiation and Death.
What are Inhalants?
A condition that dresses involuntary actions such a breathing and gag reflex from occurring
What is alcohol poisoning?
The person doesn't recognize the need to change
What is Pre-Contemplation?
Driving; pregnant; responsible for the safety of others;
What are activities to avoid while drinking?
Studies have shown genetic predisposition associated with this type of substance abuse (i.e. children of parents with this type of substance abuse are at an increased risk to develop it)
What is alcohol?
- Be attentive; keep eye contact comfortable; open body position; sit down;
What are non-verbal skills of MHFA?
What is Relapse?
The reason women are more physically impacting by alcohol.
What is water content in the body?
The high from this substance lasts 2min to 2 hours. To avoid a “crash” it is often used repeatedly
What is cocaine (sitmulants)?
metal confusion; seizures; hypothermia
What are the signs of alcohol poisoning?
The person is wanting to test the waters with small changes.
What is Preparation
AA; ALONON; ALATEEN
What are supports for alcohol related disorders?
Causes certain types of cancer, respiratory diseases, cardiovascular diseases and osteoporosis
What is smoking?
A specialist often referred to after a more serious drug or alcohol addition is identified
Who is a drug and alcohol specialist?
This stage bolsters self-efficacy for dealing with obstabcles
What is Action?