Could it be related to drug or alcohol intoxication

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Assignment:

A 26 year old woman called Jess has presented while you are on Crisis intake. She has a past history of self harm, hospitalisations for overdose and past use of benzodiazepines & 'ice'. She is homeless & does not have an open file at your service Jess presents saying she wants some valium or she will kill herself. She is tearful, agitated and distracted but orientated to place and time. She states she is very anxious, feels paranoid about people watching her on TV and complains of tinnitus

Discuss

· What signs & symptoms that Jess is experiencing? Could it be related to drug or alcohol intoxication or withdrawal?

· Your drug & alcohol assessment indicates that Jess is diazepam dependent & may be experiencing benzodiazepine withdrawal as she ran out 5 days ago - when would withdrawal be expected to commence & what could you do to manage this?

· Your drug and alcohol assessment also indicates she has been bingeing on 'ice' (methamphetamines) over the last 4 days - what could you do to manage this?

· What are the main risks from withdrawal and intoxication for Jess?

· Where could you find information or advice on how to manage this situation?

Reference no: EM133522655

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