Inhalants, hallucinogens, cannabis, gambling disorder

inhalants examples:

gasoline

glue

what are signs/symptoms of inhalant intoxication:

similar to alcohol intoxication

• rapid excitement then drowsiness/uncoordination

• slurred speech

• tremors

• poor coordination

• stupor

• organ damage

what are major risks for inhalants:

• asphyxiation

• sudden sniffing death

• kidney/liver failure

hallucinogens examples:

• LSD

• MDMA

• PCP

• ketamine

• DMT

• mescaline

• peyote

• psilocybin

what are possible effects from taking hallucinogens:

• increased HR and BP

• depersonalization

• derealization

• paranoia

• insomnia'

• sweating

treatment for hallucinogens:

• anxiety/panic → benzos

• psychotic reaction → antipsychotics

cannabis intoxication:

distorted time/perception, increased appetite

cannabis withdrawal

irritability, insomnia, decreased appetite

nursing care for substance use:

priority: → safety→ withdrawal complications → seizures

SI RISK

nursing internventions:

• assess orientation

• low stimulating environment

• seizure and SI precautions

gambling disorder:

• starts in adolescence

• chronic use

• waxing and waning

treatment options for gambling disorder:

• SSRI’s

• group therapy

• gamblers anonymous