Substance-Related and Addiction Disorders Overview

These flashcards cover key concepts and information from the lecture on substance-related and addiction disorders, including risk factors, clinical presentations, and the nursing process.

What are substance-related and addiction disorders?

Conditions that involve the compulsive use of substances, leading to significant impairment or distress.

What are the learning objectives regarding substance-related and addiction disorders?

Describe their impact on health, explore risk factors, differentiate clinical presentations, and explore the nurse's role.

What are some common risk factors contributing to addiction?

Mental illness, stress, genetics, peer pressure, and abuse.

What is the clinical presentation of alcohol use?

Mood changes, coordination issues, slurring words, and safety concerns such as risk for accidents.

What are the withdrawal symptoms associated with alcohol?

Agitation, anxiety, tremors, seizures, and delirium tremens (DTs).

What are symptoms of opioid use?

Drowsiness, confusion, euphoria, and potential respiratory depression.

What concerns arise when opioids are used with alcohol?

Increased risk of respiratory depression, coma, and death.

What are some symptoms of stimulant use?

Euphoria, increased alertness, elevated heart rate, and energy.

What signs indicate a risk for substance use?

Mood changes, peer group changes, weight changes, and decline in performance.

What is the role of the nurse in managing clients with addiction?

Assess risk factors, provide education, and promote treatment plans.

What withdrawal symptoms are associated with sedatives?

Potential seizures, lowered blood pressure, and slowed breathing.

What is Delirium Tremens (DTs)?

A severe and potentially fatal condition that can occur during alcohol withdrawal.

What are some treatment options for substance addiction?

Outpatient treatment, intensive outpatient programs, residential treatment, and inpatient care.

What is the role of screening tools in addiction treatment?

To assess and identify the severity of substance use and withdrawal.

What are the symptoms of hallucinogen use?

Hallucinations, increased appetite, sleepiness, and out-of-control behaviors.

What should be included in client and family education regarding substance use?

Understanding risk factors, healthy coping skills, and relapse prevention.