Hallucinogens

Effect of hallucinogens

Alter a person’s sensory perceptions.

Description of PCP

A dissociative anesthetic that is easily synthesized and highly potent.

Routes of PCP administration and use

Effective by oral, nasal, pulmonary, and intravenous routes, making it easy to add to other street drugs.

Behavioral effect of PCP

Causes severe behavioral changes where people often inflict injury on themselves.

Sensory effects of hallucinogens

Cause visual hallucinations, intensify vision and hearing, and separate the user from reality.

Signs of a "bad trip" from hallucinogens

Hypertension, tachycardia, anxiety, and paranoia.

Property of many hallucinogens

Have sympathomimetic properties.

Approach to a patient on hallucinogens

Use a calm, professional manner and provide emotional support.

Use of restraints for hallucinogen patients

Do not use restraints unless you or the patient is in danger of injury.

Monitoring during transport for hallucinogen patients

Watch them carefully as they may suddenly experience hallucinations or odd perceptions.

Assistance for hallucinogen patients

Request ALS assistance when appropriate.