Learning Objectives
- Describe the term harm reduction
- Know what harm reduction means in terms of my clinical approach to a patient using drug
- Describe the risks of IVDU and know what to look for on a physical examination
- Describe harm reduction approaches for someone who intends to continue IVDU
- Describe how to take a drug history in terms of when, where and how
- Describe the range and types of harm resulting from drug use
- Outline the pharmacology of amphetamines and cocaine
- Describe the effects of intoxication for amphetamine and cocaine
- Outline the process of amphetamine withdrawal (more next week)
- Outline the tools used in assessing the drugs of the week
- Undertake a motivational interview in the context of the drug(s) of the weeks
Acute Drug Presentations
- how do you approach an acute drug presentation?
- what is the difference between intoxication and overdose?
- how does acute CNS stimulant vs depressant intoxication/ OD present?
- how do you manage intoxication/OD due to CNS stimulants?
- how do you manage intoxication/OD due to CNS depressants?
Intravenous Drug Use