Detoxification
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occurs only in the liver, where the alcohol is broken down into
acetaldehyde.
Ascending Reticular Activating System (ARAS)
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alcohol and other depressants decrease the normal activity of this while
amphetamines' increase activity. Hallucinations can result from both
stimulation and depression of this.
Excitatory
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which means that it helps start the transmission of a nerve impulse.
Oxycodone
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is derived from codeine, but is a stronger drug.
Limbic System
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sits just under the cerebrum and lies beneath and on both sides of the
thalamus. Various sections regulate emotional responses, are involved in
the formation of long-term memories and are necessary for decision
making. Tranquilizers have a calming influence.
,Alcohol Use: Impact on Sleep
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Alcohol is a sedative, and if taken when the body is winding down, it may
aid the RAS in readying the body for sleep. If alcohol is ingested before the
RAS starts slowing things down, sleep will occur, but the RAS will release
more neurochemicals to keep the body awake. When the alcohol is
metabolized these extra neurochemicals may cause difficulty falling asleep
or staying asleep. Prevents REM (rapid eye movement) sleep.
sedative-hypnotic drugs
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A class of drugs that slow down the functioning of the central nervous
system by facilitating the action of GABA. Also referred to as sedatives or
tranquilizers. They calm emotions, reduce anxiety, and relax tense muscles.
Such drugs can produce euphoria, however can cause dizziness, blurred
vision, loss of motor coordination, lessening of inhibitions, seizure, and
coma.
Morphine
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, Natural narcotic, is an alkaloid found in crude opium, used clinically as a
sedative and analgesic, available as a pill and in a injectable form. Crystal
form is illegal. Is generally injected by IV or IM. Produces a eurphoric state
and sleepiness, tolerance and addiction develop quickly.
Seventh stage of alcohol intoxication: Death
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Blood alcohol of 0.45 or greater. The person experiences respiratory
failure.
Altering Dose/Administration
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Person may take a much higher dose of a medication (especially pain
medications) or may take a drug in an unintended way, such as attempting
to smoke a fentanyl patch or to dissolve and inject medications.
Signs of Drug Abuse
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Withdrawl, Tolerance increase, behavior changes, Violence, Change of
friends
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occurs only in the liver, where the alcohol is broken down into
acetaldehyde.
Ascending Reticular Activating System (ARAS)
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alcohol and other depressants decrease the normal activity of this while
amphetamines' increase activity. Hallucinations can result from both
stimulation and depression of this.
Excitatory
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which means that it helps start the transmission of a nerve impulse.
Oxycodone
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is derived from codeine, but is a stronger drug.
Limbic System
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sits just under the cerebrum and lies beneath and on both sides of the
thalamus. Various sections regulate emotional responses, are involved in
the formation of long-term memories and are necessary for decision
making. Tranquilizers have a calming influence.
,Alcohol Use: Impact on Sleep
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Alcohol is a sedative, and if taken when the body is winding down, it may
aid the RAS in readying the body for sleep. If alcohol is ingested before the
RAS starts slowing things down, sleep will occur, but the RAS will release
more neurochemicals to keep the body awake. When the alcohol is
metabolized these extra neurochemicals may cause difficulty falling asleep
or staying asleep. Prevents REM (rapid eye movement) sleep.
sedative-hypnotic drugs
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A class of drugs that slow down the functioning of the central nervous
system by facilitating the action of GABA. Also referred to as sedatives or
tranquilizers. They calm emotions, reduce anxiety, and relax tense muscles.
Such drugs can produce euphoria, however can cause dizziness, blurred
vision, loss of motor coordination, lessening of inhibitions, seizure, and
coma.
Morphine
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, Natural narcotic, is an alkaloid found in crude opium, used clinically as a
sedative and analgesic, available as a pill and in a injectable form. Crystal
form is illegal. Is generally injected by IV or IM. Produces a eurphoric state
and sleepiness, tolerance and addiction develop quickly.
Seventh stage of alcohol intoxication: Death
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Blood alcohol of 0.45 or greater. The person experiences respiratory
failure.
Altering Dose/Administration
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Person may take a much higher dose of a medication (especially pain
medications) or may take a drug in an unintended way, such as attempting
to smoke a fentanyl patch or to dissolve and inject medications.
Signs of Drug Abuse
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Withdrawl, Tolerance increase, behavior changes, Violence, Change of
friends
