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- Describe the history and background of cocaine use, including the development of different forms of the drug.
- Discuss the epidemiology of cocaine use.
- Describe the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of cocaine.
- Review the acute and chronic effects of cocaine use, including effects on fetal development.
- Select possible treatment modalities for cocaine use disorder, including psychosocial therapy, pharmacotherapy, immunotherapy options, alternative/complementary approaches, and interventions for non-English-proficient patients.
- Recognize the withdrawal syndrome associated with cessation of cocaine use.
The first wave of cocaine use in the United States began during the
During the industrial revolution, cocaine was highly valued for its ability to
The resurgence of cocaine use in the late 1960s coincided with
Freebase is a form of cocaine manufactured by
In 2021, how many individuals 12 years of age or older were classified as dependent on or abusing cocaine?
Populations at higher risk for cocaine-induced toxicity include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Male cocaine abusers are more likely than women to
Action involving which neurotransmitter is the most important in producing the reinforcing effects of cocaine?
The basis of cocaine's mechanism of action is
The effects of cocaine are felt most rapidly and intensely when administered
Peak plasma levels of cocaine occur how long after intranasal ingestion?
Physiologic signs of acute cocaine ingestion include
Cerebrovascular complications of chronic cocaine use are the result of its effects on noradrenergic neurotransmission and include
Cardiac complications of cocaine use
The most common gastrointestinal complication of chronic cocaine use is
In the treatment of cocaine use disorder, community reinforcement approaches
When used for patients with cocaine use disorder, motivational-enhancement therapy
It has been hypothesized that disulfiram may be a helpful drug for the treatment of cocaine use disorder based on what action?
Vaccine therapy for cocaine use disorder has been considered in part due to
A triphasic abstinence syndrome from heavy cocaine use has been identified. Phase two is characterized by
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