...administering medication or replacement drugs during detoxification to manage the progressive symptoms of withdrawal from drug or alcohol abuse. In medical detox, toxins are removed in a paced fashion to curtail bodily stress. Symptoms develop within 6-30 hours of last consumption of the drug or alcohol. Self-detoxing is a risky feat. Detox should be completed with medical supervision, and is best completed in a medical detox setting. Withdrawal symptoms can be fatal. In a home situation, any emergency might arise that could not be properly handled. Chances of successful detoxification and withdrawal are impaired without the support of medical detox. Types of detox programs Natural – Completed without any medical aid....
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...The detoxification, or detox, process is a necessary first step when a person is recovering from drug addiction or alcoholism. In order to achieve complete recovery, he or she needs to get all of the harmful chemicals that have accumulated from substance abuse out of the body. Alcohol detoxification is a long, drawn-out and difficult process involving rehabilitator medicine, in-patient treatment in a de-addiction facility, and support from doctors and family. Ultimately it depends on the determination of the patient. Detox treatment usually involves being in a hospital for three to seven days. During this time the patients condition is monitored and medicines and nutriments are given that counter withdrawal reactions. Some alcoholics...
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...name is considered as synonymous with nutritional supplements for infants. Market research has discovered that adults are now using PediaBoost as a supplement during detoxification diets/flushes that are considered part of a healthy lifestyle. Market research presents their findings to the executive committee, and proposes a marketing blitz to effectively capture PediaBoost’s use in this alternative market. The marketing strategy will involve a sticker on the product touting the health benefits of the activity and PediaBoost’s relation to it. The marketing department gives a conservative projection of a 50% increase in sales of PediaBoost over the next five years. Everyone at the meeting appears to be impressed, especially since the PediaBoost production line has plenty of spare capacity. Indeed, most of the products the firm produces are in the “mature” phase of their life cycle and the firm is in increasing need of new sources of growth. At a dinner party Susan brings up discussion of detoxifications to kick start a diet. Several guests remark that they have used PediaBoost for this activity and that several books by diet gurus mention it by name as part of a detoxification cycle that is part of a healthy lifestyle. In browsing the web, Susan finds several yet unpublished university studies linking detoxification diets/flushes with reducing the effectiveness of flu shots for adults. Further, PediaBoost was used in many of these trials. Susan now has doubts about positioning her...
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...Rehab Although there are many rehabilitation programs that offer detox, they should not be confused as the same process. Detox is the process by which a body is cleansed of harmful toxins. This must occur first before any rehabilitation can happen. Often times rehab centers will offer detoxification services in addition to rehabilitation services....
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...Inpatient drug addiction rehabilitation requires addicts to take up residence in the facility where they receive their treatment, and the amount of time they stay will depend on how hard they work on confronting their addictions and learning healthier patterns of behavior. Inpatient drug addiction rehabilitation will first include detoxification, with or without the use of sedatives and pain medications; their inclusion will depend both on whether the addict's system can handle any more chemicals, and whether those running the program believe going "cold turkey" when withdrawing is the best deterrent to future substance abuse. Once the detoxification is over, the addicts will spend their days learning to take responsibility by having jobs assigned to them; going to individual and group counseling sessions, and getting at the emotional causes underlying their dependencies. The process can last for a month of for a year, depending on the severity of the addiction. Inpatient drug addiction rehabilitation is a last...
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...Southwestern Assemblies of God University School of Distance Education Methadone Treatment Programs are Effective in Stopping Heroin Use A Paper Presented to Professor Loyd Uglow, Ph.D In Partial Fulfillment of The Requirements for the Course THE 5113 Research Literature and Technology Sharon Pete November 28, 2012 THESIS STATEMENT: To investigate Methadone maintenance is found to be more effective in treating heroin addiction than 180 day detoxification. The objective is how methadone maintenance, a widely used but controversial method of weaning heroin addicts off the drug—with counseling has psychosocially enriched 180 day methadone assisted detoxification. OUTLINE I. INTRODUCTION A. History of Heroin B. History of withdrawals II. How Methadone is used to treat Heroin? III. Research Findings IV. CONCLUSION V. Work Cited Methadone Treatment Programs are Effective in Stopping Heroin Use Substitution treatment or maintenance pharmacotherapy programs using methadone are today the most sought after and effective form of treatment for opiate addiction and dependence. Because methadone is a long-acting opiate whose dosage can be stabilized, it is well suited for daily administration and has proven effective in the elimination of narcotic craving, a driving force behind continued heroin use. And, because it can be administered orally, methadone dramatically reduces heroin injecting frequency...
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...Does methadone maintenance help clients or simply prolong their addiction. Research Methods I Kaplan University Helen Farel The disease of addiction may never be fully understood, but further studies in methadone maintenance with opioid dependence will prove that methadone maintenance prevents cravings and withdrawal symptoms and helps an addict to maintain their sobriety while trying to overcome their addiction. In this paper the author will discuss the scientific method and several studies that have been conducted on the use of methadone in the treatment of substance abuse. The scientific method is a set of principles and procedures that researchers use to develop questions, collect data and reach conclusions. (Cherry, 2013). In Psychology the goals of the scientific method is to seek and describe behaviors and explain why the behaviors occur. (Cherry, 2013). Researchers also strive to create research that can be used to predict and change human behavior. (Cherry, 2013). The four steps of the scientific method are, (1) forming a testable hypothesis, (2) devising a study and collecting data, (3) examining the data and reaching conclusions and (4) reporting the findings of the study. (Cherry, 2013). All the research articles discussed in this...
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...function was to provide options to customs, while keeping intact the cultural heritage and wisdom. Not listed on my resume is my employment with the Buckley House Detoxification and Sobering Center where I was employed in the 1990’s for three years. Buckley House is a non-profit organization providing services to people in need to sobering or detoxification services. The Sobering Station is a 24-hour facility where individuals are monitored while under the influence of mood altering substances. Individuals are observed until they are deemed capable of departing in a safe state. The detoxification program provides a medically monitored environment for people withdrawing from mood altering substances. In addition, consumers are offered counseling and education in regards to their addiction and recovery. All consumers were provided referrals for ongoing treatment (inpatient/outpatient), which supports them in the recovery process. As the Lead Detoxification Aide at Buckley House, I was responsible for observing consumers during the withdraw process, which involved monitoring vital signs and responding to medical emergencies associated with the detoxification process. Furthermore, I assisted with co-facilitating therapeutic groups and intakes/discharges. Additionally, I was responsible for supervising detoxification aids and volunteers. ...
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...the needs of the individual in order to make the journey to recovery individualized and successful (Schuon, 2017). Alternative methods benefit the individual since specific ones aid in the overall mental health aspect which also can help improve certain elements that may have contributed to the addiction process in the first place. Coracao, K. (2015, September). Detox Process | Alcohol Detox Process & Drug Detox Process. Retrieved from http://www.recovery.org/topics/drug-and-alcohol-detoxification-process/ Detoxification or detox is the process in which an individual goes through a process of eliminating harmful toxins from drugs or alcohol from the body in a clinical setting (Coracao, 2015). The individual should be under direct supervision of a medical professional when managing the withdrawal symptoms due to the dangers withdrawal that present itself during the detoxification process. Each person is are unique and their treatment should be customized to their needs. The detoxification process will prepare the individual for the treatment process. Adams, S. (2012, October). Psychopharmacology of Alcohol Use | Articles. Retrieved from https://www.bap.org.uk/articles/psychopharmacology-of-alcohol-use/ The psychopharmacology of how alcohol functions in the human body is important because this helps us develop an understanding of how alcohol affects our behaviors and how it affects the manner in which we process our thoughts. The use of alcohol can lead to harmful...
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...emotional response and other behavioral problems. Drug or alcohol addiction frequently involves cycles of relapse and remission, even with long term treatment. Addiction Treatment The main aim of addiction treatments is not just removing or reducing drug or alcohol use. Their main goal is to help addicted people change their habits, lifestyle and core values so as to prevent them from returning back to the problem of addiction. Quitting a stimulant addiction is not an easy process; the painful withdrawal symptoms may force the patient to relapse. Hence, it is advisable not to quit abruptly. Addiction treatment consists of three stages: Detoxification Detoxification is the process where an addict undergoes withdrawal of the stimulant under medical supervision. As the withdrawal is associated with several physical and psychological symptoms, detoxification is done under the supervision of medical professionals. During the detox process, medical professionals may prescribe low potency drugs in tapering doses to wean you off drug or alcohol. Weaning helps you to cope with the withdrawal symptoms so that you can carry out daily routine activities. Along with the medications, addicts are evaluated for nutritional status. Nutrients, vitamins and a healthy diet - all of them are the part of detox process. Behavior Therapy Behavioral therapy help patients modify their attitude and behaviors related to drug abuse and increase healthy lifestyle skills and coping skills. They also help in enhancing...
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...Drug Testing – An Introduction Despite recent and strong empirical evidence proving employment-based drug screenings do not increase productivity – and in many cases may even adversely affect productivity – more and more employers continue to require a clean drug screening for consideration of employment. If you are applying for a job, the chances are good that you will need to take a drug test. While a few industries are still considered “safe” from drug testing (namely, restaurant and hospitality), this is by no means an industry standard. Larger offices are particularly diligent in their drug testing efforts. If your prospective employer has around 100 employees or has government or private financial backing, you can bet your bottom dollar that you will be tested; if not for pre-employment, then at some point during your tenure with that company. To simplify things, your prospective employer is only testing for illegal drugs during a drug screening. They cannot, by law, test for pregnancy or medical conditions during a drug test. Thankfully, prospective employers cannot run your urine, hair, saliva or blood and see what substances or activities in which you have engaged over the last ten years. Such actions are not only illegal – they are currently impossible. In this Guide, you will learn how long the chemical traces, or metabolites, stay in your system (for example, marijuana can stay in your blood stream for as long as two months!). The Department of Defense requires...
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...treatment programs available including 12-step based rehabs, holistic programs, and spiritually based recovery treatment. Choosing the right type of program can be accomplished through speaking with several long term inpatient treatment options and deciding which program philosophy fits the recovering individual’s views. Through long term inpatient treatment’s multifaceted approach to recovery the person is able to go through detoxification, address the underlying issues that lead to their addiction, become educated on addiction, as well as learn relapse prevention techniques. Furthermore, successful programs will include an aftercare or follow-up care program for their graduates. This helps the newly sober individual...
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...Effective Delegation Erik Blashak Clarion University of PA Nurs 340: Nursing in Transition September 19, 2016 Effective Delegation as a Nurse Manager Gaudenzia, Common Ground is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. The facility is a 34 bed in-patient, non hospital, drug and alcohol rehabilitation. It is also licensed for dual diagnosed clients, and has a ten bed detoxification unit. There are ten female beds and twenty four male beds, including the detoxification clients. The client turnover rate is very high, and this adds pressure to the nursing department. There are two registered nurses and four licensed practical nurses on staff. At least one nurse is on duty twenty four hours a day. There is one nurse manager who works on the floor. The average nurse ratio is 17:1. The reason it is so high is because most clients are medically stable once they are done with detoxification. There are many nursing...
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...Substance abuse is considered a maladaptive pattern of substance use leading to clinically significant impairment or distress as manifested in a twelve month period by at least one of four criteria: (1) recurrent substance use resulting in failure to fulfill major obligations at work, school or home (e.g., poor performance at school or work, neglect of children or younger siblings); (2) recurrent substance use in hazardous situations (e.g., driving while intoxicated); (3) recurrent substance-related legal problems (e.g., DUIs); and (4) continued substance use despite having recurrent interpersonal problems related to substance abuse (e.g., arguments with family members about consequences of intoxication) (Sussman, Skara, Ames, 2008). The most commonly abused substances include alcohol, tobacco, and illegal and prescription drugs. Often times, a user will develop an addiction to one of these substances. When an individual abuses a substance or develops an addiction, and require the use of a rehabilitation service, he or she may either be voluntarily or involuntarily admitted, such as through the Department of Corrections or drug courts. Substance abuse treatment has proven to be a successful rehabilitation tool. Empirical evidence has shown that substance abuse treatment is a cost effective method for addressing substance abuse and that treatment is effective in limiting substance abuse, criminal activity, and improving quality of life outcomes for as many as five years...
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...5. Rich in Valuable Nutrients and Fibre Beets are high in immune-boosting vitamin C, fibre, and essential minerals like potassium (essential for healthy nerve and muscle function) and manganese (which is good for your bones, liver, kidneys, and pancreas). Beets also contain the B vitamin folate, which helps reduce the risk of birth defects. 6. Detoxification Support The betalain pigments in beets support your body's Phase 2 detoxification process, which is when broken down cause toxins to bond to other molecules so they can be excreted from your body. Traditionally, beets are valued for their support in detoxification and helping to purify your blood and your liver. Cardamom Elaichi or cardamom helps speed up digestion. It also reduces inflammation of the stomach lining, fights heartburn...
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