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1. Substance Abuse
Continued use of substance despite related problems due to its
pleasure given to the person.
2. Substance Dependence
Indicates a severe condition associated with addiction, such as
tolerance, withdrawal and unsuccessful attempt to stop using
the substance. The person cannot, think, work or function
without using the substance.
Related Terms
3. Dual Diagnosis
Is the co-existence of substance abuse and psychiatric
disorders within the same person.
4. Withdrawal Symptoms
Refers to the negative physical reactions that occur when use of
a substance ceases or dramatically ceases.
5. Tolerance
The need for increased amount of a substance to produce the
same effect.
Adaptive Response
Natural High
Physical activity
Meditation
Occasional use of
tobacco, alcohol,
prescription of
drugs
Maladaptive Response
Frequent use of
tobacco, alcohol,
prescription of
drugs, use of illicit
drugs
Dependence
on tobacco
and alcohol
Abuse or
dependence
on illicit drugs
substance use
1. Caffeine
2. Alcohol
3. Inhalants
4. Nicotine
5. CNS Depressants or sedative-hypnotics their main purpose
is to reduce anxiety, induce sleep, sedate. Downers
Barbiturates
Benzodiazepine
6. CNS Stimulants their main purpose is relief from fatigue,
added energy, added alertness. Uppers
Amphetamines
Cocaine
Denial of problems
Miinimizes use of substance
Rationalization
Blaming others for problems
Anxiety
Irritability
Impulsivity
Feelings of guilt and sadness or anger and resentment
Poor judgment
Limited insight
Low self-esteem
Ineffective coping strategies
Difficulty expressing genuine feelings
Impaired role performance
Strained interpersonal relationship
Physical problems such as sleep disturbances and inadequate nutrition
Tremors
Anxiety
Agitation and irritability
Tachycardia
Hypertension
Diaphoresis
Hallucinations
Grand mal seizure
Delirium tremens
1. CAGE Questionnaire
a. Cut-down
b. Annoyance
c. Guilt
d. Eye-opener
2. B-DAST (Brief Drug Abuse Screening Test)
3. Breathanalyzer
4. Blood and Urine screening
5. Hair Test and Oral Fluid Test
6. Sweat Test
Coping Mechanism
Minimization
Projection
Rationalization
Denial
Nursing Diagnosis
Disturbed Sensory Perception
Acute Confusion
Ineffective Coping Mechanism
Dysfunctional Family processes
Nursing Interventions
Convey an attitude of acceptance to the patient
Family Therapy Confrontation Strategies
Attitude Therapy
Refer to Self-help group (AA)
Individual Counseling
Pharmacotherapy