About Drug Abuse
What are some of the reasons that cause people to turn to prescription drugs?
Misconceptions!š¤¦š»āāļø
What are some signs and symptoms of drug abuse?
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Symptoms for Opioids, Depressants and Stimulants are???
What are the most common types of prescription drugs that can be misused and their consequences?
1. Stimulants
2. Opioids
3. Depressants
What are some effective resources that you could provide to adolescents to educate them more?
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How should health care professionals go about providing prescriptions to minors when they suspect drug abuse?
Consult with Physician!!!
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In what ways can adolescent teens access prescription drugs?
More ways than you think!
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What are the long-term impacts of drug abuse?
Changes the BRAIIINNNN!!! š§
Brain -> Mental Health Issues -> Depression or Anxiety š„
What are some of the reasons that adolescent teens may turn to prescription drugs?
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How should a nurse approach a teenager with a drug problem?
Harm Reduction
Relational Approach
Therapeutic Communication
NO CONFRONTATION!
What are some harm reduction techniques to reduce the negative impacts of prescription drug use?
Opioid pharmacotherapy treatment.
Peer education programs.
Diversion programs
Outreach Services
Do different age groups abuse different types of prescription medications?
YES! š¶
How can HCPās reduce the risks of prescription drug abuse?
Continuity of Care! šÆ
Why are prescription drugs especially harmful for adolescents?
Harms Developmental Growth
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What can nurses do to help teenagers who are trying to overcome their drug addiction problem?
Councilling
Rehab
Talk to them!
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What measures do you think the government can put in place to reduce youth appeal or access to prescription drugs?
Take Back Programs!!!