John Is Self-Referred to Treatment for Opiate Use

question 8

Essay

John is self-referred to treatment for Opiate use. He was diagnosed with a Opiate Use Disorder with physiological dependence. He has no complicating medical concerns, works full time, and has no treatment resistance. Presently, he lives in an apartment with a friend who uses opiate pain medicine daily.his means opiate medication is in the household. Which of the ASAM Dimensions would have the most concern?

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Definitions:

Consumer Protection Legislation

Laws and regulations designed to ensure the rights of consumers are protected and to promote fair trade, competition, and accurate information in the marketplace.

Consumer Protection Legislation

Laws enacted to ensure the rights of consumers are protected, aiming to prevent businesses from engaging in fraud or specified unfair practices.

Caveat Emptor

A Latin phrase meaning "let the buyer beware," indicating that the buyer assumes the risk regarding the quality and condition of the product being purchased.

Freedom Of Contract

The principle that individuals have the liberty to choose who they enter into contracts with and the terms of those agreements.