SUBSTANCE ABUSE: INHALANTS

Course overview

Inhalant abuse (IA) is defined as deliberate inhalation of toxic vapors which create psychoactive effects. Inhalants cause a pleasurable sensory experience with a quick onset, rapid, dissipation, and minimal “hangover” symptoms. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of IA, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.