Pathophysiology of substance dependence and withdrawal from ETOH

Pathophysiology of substance dependence and withdrawal from ETOH

1. Describe the pathophysiology of substance dependence and withdrawal from ETOH
2. Identify and describe measurement tools that can be used to identify severity of physiological symptoms that are associated with substance withdrawal.
3. Compare and contrast pharmacological interventions utilized in substance misuse withdrawal:
i. Opioid withdrawal
ii. Alcohol withdrawal
4. Explore the information from the Office on Trafficking in Persons from the U.S Department of Health & Human Services
a. Describe key signs of human trafficking and nursing interventions to support the client.