MH-DRUG ABUSE Flashcards
1
Q
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cocain
methamphetamines
A
stimulants
2
Q
dental problems
A
Meth
3
Q
nasal damage
A
cocaine
4
Q
slurred incoherent speech
decreased respiratory rate
narrowed “contricted” pupils
sedation & coma
A
opioid
5
Q
runny nose
diaphoresis (sweeting)
insomnia
dilated pupils
A
opioid withdrawal
6
Q
24 hours: anxiety, insomnia, palpitations
48 hours: unstable vitals
48-72 hours:
1. HYPERreflexia “Hand Tremors”
2. Diaphoresis (sweeting)
3. Hallucinations
Incresed vitals (HR over 100 BPM)
Hypertension
Fever
Mood: Agitation & Anxiety
Mental: Confusion & Restless
Seizures!
A
alcohol withdrawal and DT
