Presentation
A Review of Clinical Manifestations in Adolescent and Young Adults after use of Synthetic Cannabinoids
Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-1-2014
Disciplines
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this review is to heighten the awareness of the increased use and risks of synthetic cannabinoids (SCs) and associated clinical manifestations among adolescents and young adults. Conclusions
Reviewed case studies suggest that the use of SCs have unpredictable negative psychological and physiological effects. Predominant manifestations reported were anxiety, agitation, paranoia, hallucinations, tachycardia, nausea and vomiting, and diaphoresis. Practice Implications
Nurses provide the most direct and supportive care to patients who present for medical treatment after the use of SCs. Knowledge of clinical manifestations can facilitate supportive management of patients suspected of SCs use.
DOI
10.1111/jspn.12057
Citation Information
Tracy L. Brewer and Margie Collins. "A Review of Clinical Manifestations in Adolescent and Young Adults after use of Synthetic Cannabinoids" Journal for Specialists in Pediatric Nursing Vol. 19 Iss. 2 (2014) p. 119 - 126 ISSN: 15390136 Available at: http://works.bepress.com/tracy_brewer/3/
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