Background Problem alcohol use is common among illicit drug users and is associated with adverse health outcomes. It is also an important factor in poor prognosis among drug users with hepatitis C virus (HCV) as it impacts progression to hepatic cirrhosis or opiate overdose in opioid users. The aim of this systematic review was to assess the effects of psychosocial interventions for problem alcohol use in adult illicit drug users with concurrent problem alcohol use (principally‚ problem drug users
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0.35 - 0.50 Coma Complete unconsciousness Depressed or abolished reflexes Subnormal body temperature Incontinence Impairment of circulation and respiration Possible death 0.45 + Death Death from respiratory arrest ________________________________________ Absorption Alcohol is absorbed from all parts of the gastrointestinal tract largely by simple diffusion into the blood. However the small intestine is by far the most efficient region of the gastrointestinal tract for alcohol absorption
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PATHOPHYSIOLOGY Medical Diagnosis: Cholecystitis/Cholelithiasis Nursing Diagnosis: Activity intolerance r/t laparoscopic abdominal incisions AEB SOB during ambulation‚ increased respirations at 38‚ O2 sat 80% room air after walking 50 ft. Normal Physiology: The gallbladder is situated inferior to the liver. The gallbladder is a structure that functions as a storage space for bile that is produced in the liver. The liver produces and secretes bile
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Alcohol Addiction and Mental Health Mental Health Nursing Professor M. McCutch MSN‚ RN December 8‚ 2012 A.G.‚ a 53 year old African American male was admitted for Alcohol Dependence. His Axis I diagnosis was Alcohol Dependence and Alcohol Induced Mood Disorder with Depression. A.G. was admitted to the Mentally Ill and Chemically Addicted (MICA) Unit of Bergen Regional Medical Center on November 20. Upon admission his alcohol level was .278. The legal level in New Jersey is .08. (
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Alcohol and drugs The use of marijuana has many benefits that outweigh the risks. The benefits include a reduced feeling of certain pain‚ simulated appetite‚ etc. and many patients use marijuana to combat migraines‚ sore muscles‚ and other bodily affects. Not only are there many physical benefits to smoking the ganja‚ but there are a multitude of psychological benefits as well. Through the use of natural substances (such as plants)‚ people can abuse the affects they will provide and in turn
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The fifth animal disease that is being discussed is an infectious equine virus call Streptococcus equi also known as strangles. Strangles is equine distemper which is a contagious upper respiratory tract infection seen in horses‚ donkeys and mules. This infection is caused by a bacterium called Streptococcus equi and is zootic in domesticated horses worldwide. It is a gram positive bacteria‚ capsulated β-hemolytic Lancefield group C coccus‚ which is an obligate parasite and a primary pathogen
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Contemporary Issues in Business Introduction: In global terms‚ Europe is the continent with the highest alcohol consumption. In some European countries‚ alcohol-related deaths are estimated to account for 6% of total mortality (Harkin et al.‚ 1997). Alcohol consumption is responsible for a large number of disadvantages and adverse effects on government budgets‚ such as productivity losses through reduced Output and alcohol-related diseases. It also imposes burdens on the health service and
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organs from the effects of powerful enzymes needed for food digestion. (878) 22) What is the fluid secreted into the small intestine during digestion that contains cholesterol‚ emulsification agents‚ and phospholipids? Bile (884) 23) What is cirrhosis? Progressive chronic inflammation of the liver. Results in irreversible scarring of the liver. Comes from chronic alcoholism or severe chronic hepatitis.
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Ancient Egyptians were said to be highly advanced society. Through their belief of preserving the body for the afterlife (mummification) they became masters of the human body‚ health‚ and healing (Bailey‚ 2002). Their findings have shaped what is commonly known today about the human anatomy. There was little separating mainstream practice and alternative medicine in ancient times: However‚ such is not true today in Egypt. Their healthcare system today is similar to that of the United States. The
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Application: Counseling Models and Theories Leigh Lusignan Walden University CPSY 6728-4 Substance Abuse Counseling Facilitator: Dr. Natalie Spencer July 9‚ 2014 Case Study: Jack Today I will briefly summarize two-counseling models and theories (i.e.‚ client centered and Adlerian therapy). The two-model theories will apply to this case study regarding Jack and his alcoholism. I will provide you with strengths and weaknesses pertaining to the two-counseling models and/or theories and the one I
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