Basic Facts
what happens if misused?
it can become dangerous
What the most common name? (starts with a p)
painkillers
what is the most common long-term effect ?
addiction
what does a person need to do before they go into any services?
They need to want to stop there addiction
Is this something she planned to do? What started this addiction?
No, she went to the doctors for an injury and months later it started
What is it’s use?
reduce pain, induce sleep, inspire creativity.
What is a common name we heard about a lot? (starts with a h)
Herion
what are some infections that can happen from long term use?
heart and lung infection
What is something a patient should do afterwards to prevent relapse?
long-term follow up
Why did she do this?
To help others, even if it was one person.
How do most addictions start?
From a doctor prescribing them for pain,from things like, cancer, surgery, serious injury
Other name for oxycodnone?
Ox, Oxycet, Oxicotten
what is a short-term effect that can be cause from an overdose?
slowed or stopped breathing
What are some services they go to?
Outpatient services
Residential facilities
Inpatient hospital setting
What did she feel like she was doing during day 2 of withdrawal ?
running a marathon
Do they work?
if used correctly
Other names for hydrocodone?
Norco, Hydro, Viko, Vikes
what are some of the feelings for short-term effects?
feelings of clam, sleepiness and/or confusing
What do some need to do to recover their life?
needing long-term or repeated care
What started this addiction?
Her injury from her dancing and trusting her doctor
How is it made?
From an opiate compound made in a laboratory
Other names for codeine?
schoolboy, cough syrup
what is a pain you can get from long-term use?
muscle pain
what is something they need to do or maybe take?
behavioral counseling and medication
On day 1 of withdrawal how did she feel ?
anxiety, insomnia, racing heart and agitation