Addiction & Withdrawal

3. You might hold a dose of Clonidine for opiate withdrawal if patient is hypotensive or having ____________ tachycardia.
6. Serax is a __________________.
7. Alcohol withdrawal usually occurs within 24 hours but may persist for _________ days.
8. Initiate seizure precautions in withdrawal with any history of seizures, head injuries, or history of ______________ disease.
9. Delirium tremens may result in ________________ arrhythmias, severe electrolyte imbalances, prolonged seizures, and death.
10. When assessing patients for alcohol withdrawal you do not need to look at their history. (True or False)
13. Signs and symptoms of solvent (inhalant) can include hallucinations or ________ behavior.
16. Opiate symptoms of withdrawal typically peak around __________ days and subside after 4-5 days.
17. _______________ intoxication can resemble alcohol intoxication.
18. You need a set of vital signs (including ______________) for the CIWA to be accurate.
19. COWS Screen is used for ___________, methadone, or suboxone withdrawal.

1. Early recognition of withdrawal symptoms and treatment may prevent serious medical issues and ___________ patient outcomes.
2. If the CIWA >8 then you need to reassess your patient within ___________ hour.
4. CIWA Screen is used for ________________ or alcohol withdrawal.
5. Signs and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal include: tremors, flushing, sweating, chills, anxiety, itching, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, and ________________ BP & HR.
10. You might hold a dose of Serax if the patient is awake or easy to arouse. (True or False)
11. If you provide an intervention (medication) you need to reassess your patient within the hour. (True or False)
12. Tramadol and Suboxone will not be seen on the standard drug screen. (True or False)
14. Piloerection means _________________.
15. Benzodiazepine withdrawal may persist up to __________ weeks.