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The Top Most Dangerous Drugs

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Most people will not be surprised to hear that drugs are becoming more and more dangerous. The ingredients of illicit substances such as ecstasy, LSD, cocaine, marijuana and heroin have been changing over the years due to the produce of synthetic drugs. While many drugs are relatively harmless when taken in moderation because they often contain plant-based hallucinogens, some of these new varieties can kill an individual within a day’s use. Most individuals who abuse these substances do so because they think they are safe – which is not always true anymore. The most dangerous drugs [https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/drug-addiction/news/25-most-dangerous-drugs/] are very potent and highly addictive. Natural drugs such as marijuana, opium, LSD and heroin are still fairly common – but the illicit synthetic versions have been found to be more dangerous than the original substances. Here is a list of some of the most threatening drugs on the market today:

PCP

PCP is an abbreviation for phencyclidine. This drug has been nicknamed “angel dust” since it can cause hallucinations and amnesia once it is taken in. The drug was first created in 1926 as a surgical anesthetic but it was never put into use.

PCP works by interfering with the natural functions of neurotransmitters, which are small molecules that alter how our brains communicate with our bodies. This drug can be found in different forms: white powder, pill or liquid. In powdered form, it is easy to snort or mix with liquids and inject, and it can also be eaten or smoked. The drug can cause very bad side effects such as dry mouth, agitation and anxiety.

Methamphetamine

Methamphetamine is a white powder similar to cocaine in appearance and is usually snorted or injected as a drug. It begins with the user feeling a little drowsy, but then it can cause the user to feel euphoric and “high”. This makes it very easy for the user to become addicted to this substance.

While abusers usually snort meth, they can also crush it into a fine powder and inject it. The drug is very potent and has been shown to cause severe damage to the heart, liver and kidneys. It is also difficult to trace any traces of meth use in your system once it has worn off. Methamphetamine is very addictive precisely because of how strong and powerful it is. As it is readily available on the streets and on the black market, it is very easy to get addicted to this drug.

Heroin

While heroin has always been a dangerous drug, in recent years it has become a lot more potent, making it more detrimental than in the past. In fact, in 2002 Newsweek called heroin “the most powerful drug in America”.

The drug is highly addictive and can be found in different forms: white powder, pills or a black sticky substance known as “black tar heroin”. The drug works primarily by depressing the central nervous system. Users will feel drowsy and relaxed after taking the drug – but it can also cause confusion, weakness, constipation and death.

This drug is usually injected into the veins or under skin using a needle to get high. Short-term use can lead to euphoria and a sense of well-being, but long-term use can lead to constipation, nausea or vomiting. The drug can also cause muscle weakness, delayed reflexes as well as clouded consciousness.If you found out that your friend or family member got addicted into it,send them to addiction rehab

Cocaine

Cocaine is a stimulant derived from the coca plant that is native to South America. The drug was first used by the Incas in medicine and was later used in the 19th century for medical purposes as well. Cocaine is now a very popular street drug that people abuse to get high.

Cocaine is available in several forms: powder, crack rock or liquid. Users usually snort or inject the drug, although it can be smoked as well. The drug is very addictive and it can cause hyperactivity, irritability, insomnia, tremors and even heart problems in severe cases. Cocaine is also known to have devastating effects on fetal development if an expectant mother takes the drug.

Final Thoughts

While these drugs are some of the most dangerous in the world [https://www.addictioncenter.com/news/2019/08/15-most-dangerous-drugs/] , they are still very easy to obtain. Despite efforts from law enforcement to track down and arrest peddlers, people will always find a way to get their hands on synthetic drugs. But there is no safe level of use when it comes to illicit substances such as these.
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Training and Registration

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This online training in bloodborne pathogens is currently structured into several sections. The training proceeds by reading the information and moving from one page to another. Occasionally, you will be required to answer some questions as they relate to the information provided. Upon completion of all sections, your compliance with annual retraining requirements will be updated in our database and a printable certificate with the trainee’s name will be displayed.

During the training you will see other links to additional information or pages intended to accentuate each trainee’s understanding of bloodborne pathogens. These hyperlinks are darker blue and look like this: Link

If you choose to follow these links, they will open a new window and will not interrupt your bloodborne pathogen training session.

We hope that you find this training option useful and encourage you to let us know how we can further improve this service.

If you wish to register your personnel for our training, please forward the following information:

  • Complete list of names to be trained.
  • Organizational name, address, and phone number.
  • Contact person, phone number, and email address.
  • Completed Invoice with your payment

Please note that non-profit, educational, and public service entities qualify for reduced training fees. Additionally, organizations with more than 50 trainees also qualify for discounts. Contact us for further information.
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Blood Borne Pathogens Glossary

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Blood – human blood, human blood components, and products made from human blood.

Bloodborne Pathogens – pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans. These include, but are not limited to, hepatitis B virus (HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Contaminated – the presence or the reasonably anticipated presence of blood or other potentially infectious materials on an item or surface.

Contaminated Sharps – any contaminated object that is sharp or has the potential to be a sharp that can penetrate the skin including, but not limited to, needles, scalpels, broken glass, broken capillary tubes, and exposed ends of dental wires.

Decontamination – the use of physical or chemical means to remove, inactivate, or destroy bloodborne pathogens on an item or surface to the point where they are no longer capable of transmitting infectious particles and the surface or item is rendered safe for handling, use, or disposal.

HBV – Hepatitis B Virus.

HCV – Hepatitis C Virus.

HIV – Human Immunodeficiency Virus.

Occupational Exposure – any reasonably anticipated skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact (i.e. piercing through the skin or mucous membrane) with blood or other potentially infectious materials (see below) that may result from the performance of an employee’s duties.

OHS/SHS – IUPUI Occupational Health Services/Student Health Services

OPIM – Other Potentially Infectious Material.

Other Potentially Infectious Material (OPIM) – materials other than blood, which pose a potential health risk, including:1) The following human body fluids: semen, vaginal secretions, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, pleural fluid, pericardial fluid, peritoneal fluid, amniotic fluid, saliva in dental procedures, any body fluid that is visibly contaminated with blood, and all body fluids in situations where it is difficult or impossible to differentiate between body fluids;2) Any unfixed tissue or organ (other than intact skin) from a human (living or dead);3) All human or primate cell or tissue cultures, organ cultures, and cell lines (including established, continuous cell lines). HIV or HBV containing culture medium or other solutions; and blood, organs, or other tissues from experimental animals infected with HIV or HBV should be considered potentially infectious;4) Blood or body fluids of animals that have been intentionally or are suspected of having been exposed to pathogens in research, in production of biologicals, in the in vivo testing of pharmaceuticals, or other procedures.

PPE – Personal Protective Equipment.

Regulated Waste – liquid or semi-liquid blood or other potentially infectious material; contaminated items that would release blood or other potentially infectious material in a liquid or semi-liquid state if compressed; items that are caked with dried blood or other potentially infectious materials and are capable of releasing these materials during handling; contaminated sharps; and pathological and microbiological wastes containing blood or other potentially infectious material.

Sterilize – the use of a physical or chemical procedure to destroy all microbial life.

Universal Precautions – An approach to infection control, which treats all blood and other potentially infectious materials as if known to be infectious for HIV, HBV, and other bloodborne pathogens. This approach includes the use of barrier precautions by employees to prevent direct skin, parenteral, or mucus membrane contact with blood or other body fluids that are visibly contaminated with blood.
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FAQs

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Here are some frequently asked question on the training we provide. We hope it answers some of your questions and if not, send us an email at contact@onlinebbp.com

Q: Who should use this training?

A: All personnel that may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens or materials that may contain bloodborne pathogens should take this annual training according to the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard.

Q: Why should our institution or company use this training?

A: By using this online BBP training module, the training is offered on demand and more convenient for individual users as they can be trained according to their schedule. Your company or institution would not have to organize a training session and schedule to allow all employees to attend. Alternate shifts, off site, and telecommuting staff members can all meet their annual training requirement and increase your compliance levels.

Q: What if I do not have any or handle biological materials?

A: You still might have some potential for exposure and would require training. For instance, housekeeping staff that may come in contact with soiled linen, or instrumentation techs that service medical equipement, or lifeguards that treat wounds, are all examples of non-laboratory personnel that are at risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Q: What if I am in charge of clinical trials that take patient samples?

A: Handling human blood or other fluids/materials falls under the Bloodborne Pathogen Standard and compliance is dependent on knowing who and where these materials are handled. Even those that package and ship patient samples would be required to be trained. Naturally, all staff with direct contact of patient blood or OPIM require annual training for compliance with the OSHA BBP Standard.

Q: How much does your training cost?

A: Individual training costs are $35 per person. However, non-profit organizations, educational facilities, and group discounts do apply. For a more direct quote, please contact us and we would be happy to assist you.

Q: How would we pay for your training?

A: Currently, we are unable to accept credit card payments. Once we have the names of all the personnel to be trained, we would assign usernames and passwords and forward them along with an invoice for the total amount. Checks would be made out to Midwest Biosafety Consultants.

Q: Do you keep any training records?

A: We do follow the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard by keeping all training records for a minimum of three years. Records are kept with redundant back ups electronically and are available by request for instiutional review. This is one of many advantages to using our training module as the responsibility of record keeping is ours and not on you.

Q: Is this training compliant with the OSHA BBP Standard?

A: All aspects of this training module fulfill the requirements set forth in the OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Standard. Record keeping, subject material, current topics are all covered within this module in a comprehensive fashion. Noteworthy is the availability for questions to be answered as part of BBP training. OSHA Compliance Officers have assured us that the use of elctronic email and Contact Us messaging is an appropriate means of asking questions and receiving replies. Questions or comments during normal working hours are answered ASAP, while questions sent after hours or on weekends may not receive an immediate reply. They will receive a reply within 24 hours.

Q: What browser should I use for this training?

A: Currently, Internet Explorer, Netscape, Mozilla, and Mac compatible browsers all work on this training.