LO1 - Psychological And Medical Risks Flashcards
(30 cards)
Alcohol cardiovascular risks
Increased levels of triglycerides
Low-density lipoproteins cholesterol
Hypertension
Higher risk of strokes
High risk for heart disease (cardiomyopathy, CAD)
Alcohol-endocrine risks. (Men)
Decrease in testosterone facial hair, libido
Alcohol- endocrine risks (women)
Absence of menses
Anovulation
Early menopause
Alcohol - GI risks
Gastritis
Ulcers of stomach, cluodenom or esophagus
Cirrhosis
Pancreatitis
Wernickes disease
Encephalopathy
Acute- associated with thiamine deficiency
Symptoms of wernickes disease
Eye abnormalities
Paralysis /nystagmus
Confusion
Ataxia
Korsakoff syndrome
Chronic
Alcohol included persisting disorder
Korsakoff symptoms
Amnesia - retrograde (recent memories)
Amnesia-anterograde (interferes with new learnings)
Disorientation
Peripheral neuropathies
Confabulation
Alcohol-other Medical risks
Blunting TSH
Alcohol ketoacidosis
Hypogrycemia
Excess trim acid in blood (gout)
Muscle weakness. Atrophy, tenderness and pain
Vitamin deficiency (thiamine or other b vitamins)
Cancer
Respiratory distress
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder
A range of cognitive, behavioural, and physical disabilities that occur in people exposed to alcohol during gestation
Alcohol- effects in pregnancy
Low birth weight
Cv defects
Neonatal irritability
Low muscle tone
Poor concentration
Intellectual delay
Abnormal growth and development
Childhood hyperactivity
Impaired school performance
Cranio-facial abnormalities
CNS dysfunction
Coca leaf provided…
“Freedom of fatigue”
Stimulants medical risk
Acute cocaine poisoning
Rare and severe allergic reactions
Nasal sores or chronic sinusitis
Cardiac arrhythmia, hypertension, hypotension or cardiac arrest
Uncontrolled muscular contractions
Open sores or burns
Risk for HIV, hep B or C
Cocaine and pregnancy
Increased risk of miscarriage and torn placenta
Stimulants- psychosocial risks
Paranoia
Impulsivity
Violent behaviour
Compulsive and repetitive behaviour
Lack of concern about well-being
Criminal activity
What are CNS depressants
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepines
Opioids
CNS depressants -Medical risks
Over sedation
Memory impairment
Impaired judgement
Confusion pinpoint pupils
Respiratory depression
Seizures
Withdrawal symptoms can be severe
Marijuana -Medical risks
Impaired memory
Dry mouth
Lack of coordination
Slowed time sensation
Tachycardia
Panic
Hallucinations-psychotic episode
Psychosocial risks of manjuana
Amotivational syndrome (apathy, dullness, disinterest)
Examples of hallucinogens
LSD
Magic mushrooms
Ecstasy-mdma
Mescaline-peyote.
PCP
Serotonin syndrome
Excess serotonin
Mental status change (confusion, agitation, loss of reality)
Physical changes (tremor, fever, diaphoresis, rigidity, twitching limbs)
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Blocks dopamine
Physical changes (fever, irregular pulse, akinesia)
Hallucinogens- Medical risk
Serotonin syndrome
Neuroleptic malignant syndrome
Club drugs include…
Ketamine
GHB
Rohypnol I date rape drug)
