Handling the Drug Abuser
Course
Number:
CR-512
Course Length: 1 Day (8 Hours)
The course
discusses the various features and attributes of many abused drugs
with the purpose of understanding the physical and psychological
changes each creates when ingested. This knowledge is then used
to suggest certain approaches and other tactics to be used when
the officer must approach, interview, assist, arrest or seek medical
treatment for a drug abuser. Each chemical substance is presented
with its street name, physiological and physiological effects,
identification and packaging, methods of ingestion, prices, effects
of "normal" doses, and effects of overdose. Drug discussed
range from heroin to rave drugs, from cocaine to GHB, and from
marijuana to steroids.
Topics
includes:
a. Reasons Youth
State They Use Alcohol and Other Drugs
b. Signs of Drug Abuse
c. Medical Emergencies Involving Drugs
d. Officer Safety Issues
e. Tactical Considerations
