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100
What is the role that caused Health Ledger to overdose?
The Joker
100
Is melatonin a naturally occurring chemical?
True
100
Name two short or long term consequences of taking benzodiazepines.
Suicidal thoughts Shakes Emotional dulling Depression Change in personality Change in emotions
100

True or False: Those who are addicted to benzos, abused the drug intentionally.

False
100
Why are benzodiazepines prescribed in the first place?
Anxiety or Insomnia
200
True or False: Over one third of patients taking benzodiazepines for over two months become dependent.
True
200
List three alternatives to reduce anxiety and help sleep.
Exercise Yoga Diet Melatonin Bedtime Routine
200
Name three withdrawal affects of benzodiazepines.
Anxiety Mania Loss of Appetite Confusion Delirium Formication Irritability Nightmares Seizures Depression Ataxia
200
Which is the more preferable method of treatment?
Inpatient
200
Why are benzodiazepines addictive?
People become dependent on them to sleep and cure anxiety.
300
Prior to benzodiazepines, what was the first "drug" that caused sedation?
Alcohol
300
True or False: Melatonin is not recommend as a healthy alternative to benzodiazepines.
False
300
How long after taking a benzodiazepine will it affect your driving or flying skills?
10-22 hours.
300
How long can inpatient treatment last?
90 days not including detox.
300
Why do patients need to be tapered off the drug instead of stopping immediately?
The risk of lethal seizures is high.
400
What drug did Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson both overdose on?
Xanax
400
List a medication other than a benzodiazepine that is used for sleeping.
Benadryl Tylenol Nighttime Nyquil
400
What is ataxia?
Loss of coordinated muscle movement.
400
List the five steps of treatment for inpatient clients.
Evaluation Detox Residential Therapy Counseling After-care
400
What is the percentage of recovering alcoholics that relapse upon using a benzodiazepine?
25%
500
What chemical does the new straw detect in drinks?
Rohypnol
500
What does an antihistamine do?
Blocks the release of histamine in the body.
500
Why is it dangerous to prescribe benzodiazepines for recovering alcoholics?
Benzodiazepines are known to cause relapses in recovering addicts.
500
Why is outpatient treatment dangerous with seriously addicted patients?
Without a physician overseeing the treatment, lethal seizures are a possibility.
500
What is "discontinuation syndrome"?
When a person suffers withdrawal symptoms even after taking benzodiazepines properly.
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