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Opiates Mechanism |
-inhibit transfer of info btwn sensory neurons and ascending neuron (to brain) -also in parts of the brain |
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Opiate Receptors |
-Mu (µ) -Kappa (K) -Delta (δ) |
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Opiate Major Effects |
-CNS (analgesia, sedation, euphoria, pupillary constriction) -Respiratory Depression -Cough suppressant -Vasodilation -Decrease GI motility, absorption, bile secretion -Bladder wall relaxation -Decrease Uterine Contractions |
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Detection of Opiate Addiction |
-use opiate receptor antagonist to initiate withdrawal -Naloxone -Naltrexone |
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Opiate Overdose Triad of Signs |
-Pinpoint pupils -Respiratory depression -Coma |
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Opiate Overdose non-triad symptoms |
-Hypothermia -Skeletal Muscle Flaccidity -Convulsions |
