Drugs
Who should you call when you suspect someone is having an overdose?
Call 911
Collection of brain function impairment and uncontrolled behavior, including tolerance development, withdrawal, uncontrolled increasing intake, and craving for alcohol is known as...
Alcohol use disorder (AUD)
There are ___ steps in risk assessment
5
What does the S in SMART goal stand for?
Specific
What can occur when an individual discontinues or reduces alcohol intake after a period of prolonged consumption?
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS)
What is the #1 choice of drugs for adolescents and young adults?
Marijuana or weed!
What is the most common mental health disorder related to alcohol?
Major depressive disorder
Give 3 risks of using drugs
addiction, increased risk of infection, increased risk of comorbidities, mental health disorders, overdose, long-term health problems, HIV, Hepatitis C
What does the M in SMART goal stand for?
Measurable
Give one reason why creating a goal is important.
- Help create change and improvement in your life
- Increase motivation and self-confidence
What are the different routes for naloxone administration? (There's 3).
Intranasal, Intramuscular, Intravenously
Give 2 examples of type of treatment for alcohol use disorder (AUD)
- Pharmacological (Disulfiram, Acamprosate, Naltrexone, Lorazepam, Baclofen)
- Therapy/Counseling
- Peer Support
Give 2 ways to apply risk assessment
everything: finance, substance use, life, work, social media, social life, etc.
What does the A in SMART goal stand for?
Attainable
What are some protective behaviors before consuming alcohol?
- Nutritious meals
- Drink water
- Set number of limits of alcohol
- Designated driver
- Safety
Why are you guys a vulnerable population? (list at least 2)
Strong inclination towards experimentation
Curiosity
Peer Pressure
Rebellion against authority
Low self-esteem
Who provides confidential free help from public health agencies to find substance use and alcohol treatment and information?
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Give 3 examples of harm reduction
hand hygiene, using sharps container, clean new needles, alcohol pads, sterile supplies, naloxone, shelter/housing
What does the R in SMART goal stand for?
Relevant
What does HIPAA stand for?
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Why should you tell your doctor about drug or alcohol consumption?
You are protected by HIPAA!
Some drugs interact with medications
If you require surgery, cannabis and other drugs affect amount and type of anesthesia needed
Give at least 3 examples of signs and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS)
Anxiety, shakiness, sweating, vomiting, tachycardia (increased HR), mild fever, seizures, visual and auditory hallucinations, delirium tremens
what are the steps to risk assessment?
identify hazards, evaluate risks, decide on control measures to implement, document findings, review and update risk assessment
What do all of the letters in WOOP goal stand for?
Wish, Outcome, Obstacles, Plan
What are considered hard drugs?
- Cocaine
- Meth
- Opioids (Heroin)