Classes of substances
This substance is known for its sedative effects and is often used in the treatment of anxiety disorders.
What are benzodiazepines?
This screening tool is used to identify potential alcohol use disorders by asking four simple questions.
What is the CAGE questionnaire?
This syndrome can occur within 4 to 12 hours after cessation of heavy alcohol use and may include tremors and seizures.
What is alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
This medication is used to reverse the effects of opioid overdose and can quickly restore normal breathing.
What is naloxone (Narcan)?
This nursing diagnosis is relevant for a patient who is at risk of harm due to substance use.
What is risk for injury?
This class of drugs is often referred to as "uppers" and includes cocaine and amphetamines.
What are stimulants?
This assessment tool is specifically designed to evaluate the severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
What is the Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol (CIWA-Ar)?
This withdrawal symptom is characterized by severe agitation, confusion, and hallucinations, often seen in alcohol withdrawal.
What is delirium tremens?
This group therapy approach is based on a 12-step program and is designed to support individuals recovering from alcohol use disorder.
What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?
This nursing diagnosis may apply to a patient who continues to use substances despite negative consequences.
What is ineffective denial?
This stimulant is commonly found in coffee and is the most widely used psychoactive substance in the world.
What is caffeine?
This brief intervention technique is used to engage patients in discussions about their substance use and its impact on their health.
What is motivational interviewing?
Symptoms of withdrawal from this substance can include irritability, agitation, and gastrointestinal upset.
What are opioids?
This medication is often used to manage opioid withdrawal symptoms and can also serve as a maintenance therapy.
What is methadone?
This nursing diagnosis may apply to a patient who uses substances to cope with stress or emotional pain.
What is ineffective coping?
This class of substances includes alcohol, opioids, and stimulants.
What are psychoactive substances?
This tool helps healthcare providers assess the risk of substance use in adolescents and includes questions about peer influence and substance availability.
What is the CRAFFT screening tool?
Withdrawal from this stimulant can lead to intense cravings, fatigue, and depression, often referred to as "crashing."
What are cocaine or amphetamines?
This medication is used as a deterrent for alcohol consumption and can cause severe gastrointestinal symptoms if alcohol is ingested.
What is disulfiram (Antabuse)?
This nursing diagnosis may be appropriate for a patient who has lost significant weight due to substance use and neglecting nutrition.
What is imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements?
This class of substances includes drugs like LSD and psilocybin, which can cause hallucinations.
What are hallucinogens?
This evidence-based practice intervention is used to identify, reduce, and prevent problematic substance use.
What is SBIRT (Screening, Brief Intervention, Referral to Treatment)?
This withdrawal symptom can occur with opioid cessation and may include muscle aches, sweating, and nausea.
What is opioid withdrawal?
This type of therapy involves the use of medications to help manage withdrawal symptoms and prevent relapse in individuals with substance use disorders.
What is medication-assisted treatment (MAT)?
This nursing diagnosis is relevant for a patient who exhibits behaviors that put them at risk for harm due to substance use.
What is risk for self-directed violence?