Drug Misusers

Question 1

What is the definition of substance misuse???

Answer 1

Use of a substance for a purpose not consistent with legal or medical guidelines.

Question 2

What is the definition of drug dependence???

Answer 2

A need for repeated doses of the drug to feel good or avoid feeling bad.

Question 3

What are the benefits of substance misuse services in pharmacy???

Answer 3

Cost effective.

Reduces crime

Allows individuals to reintegrate into society.

Provides support and advice for family/friends.

Question 4

What is the treatment for opiate addiction???

Answer 4

Methadone - Gold Standard

Schedule 2 CD

Analgesic and cough suppressant

Question 5

Another treatment for opiate addiction???

Answer 5

Buprenorphine:

Semi-synthetic opioid

Question 6

What are the blood-borne viruses???

Answer 6

Hepatitis C

Hepatitis B

HIV

Bacterial Infections

Question 7

What are the sings of opiate overdose???

Answer 7

Pinpoint pupils
Respiratory depression
Reduced consciousness
Deep snoring
Blue lips

Question 8

What is Naloxone???

Answer 8

Short acting opiate antagonist.

Antidote to rapidly reverse unconsciousness.