MH701 Safety Exam # 3

Compulsive drug craving, seeking use that persists even in the face of negative consequences? - Answer- Addiction -Dopamine is the neurotransmitter related to addiction. Stimulants, methamphetamine, adderall can be addictive. Maladaptive pattern of substance use with tolerance, withdraw, and persistent desire to obtain? - Answer- Substance dependence Will do anything to obtain. Use CAGE questionaire for assessing alcohol dependence. C-Cut down A-Annoyed by others G-Guilty about drinking E-"Eye-Opener" Assessment tool for withdrawal is CIWA, will tell us if they need medication, benzo, valium or ativan to help with withdrawal. S/S: shaking, anxiety, tremors. CIWA gives a score and depending on that score if medication is needed. Educating a male patient on low-risk drinking? - Answer- No more than 4 drinks on one occasion or 14 drinks per week. -For females, no more than 3 drinks on one occasion or 7 drinks per week.