Heroin addict (first consultation in primary care)

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During the first consultation with a heroin addict it is important to:



type of drug, injected or taken by other route

does the patient share needles/use 'shared' needles

does the patient use a needle exchange scheme/ counselling agency

what is the family support available to the patient



if being treated in primary care agree what is expected from the patient, what treatment is offered by the practice, the keeping of appointments etc.

if the patient is referred for treatment then agreement is still required about future contacts with the practice



register with regional drug misuse database/ notification of addicts



referral if specialized treatment and counselling not available from within the practice

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