PSYC FPX 4300 Assessment 4 And Now the Finale (Goals and Action Plan) PSYC FPX 4300 Introduction to Addiction Treatment
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And Now the Finale (Goals and Action Plan)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Substance Use History | Manny started taking oxycodone ten years ago and now smokes weed daily to control his addiction. |
| Medical History | The patient underwent back surgery about ten years ago and felt pain. |
| Past Treatment History | His doctor has kept him on oxycodone to ease the pain. |
| Family History | His mother and sister struggled with depression, and his brother is a weed smoker. |
| Legal History | He used to work in construction, but now he can’t do anything due to painkiller medication which makes him lazy. |
| Social Situation | He lives with his wife and son but is distanced from his siblings and parents. |
| Financial Situation | He was doing well before his surgery, but now he depends on his wife. |
| Other Considerations | Except for his son, no one in his family has ever attended school. |
| Motivation to Change | He realized that he hadn’t been much of a good husband and father; he quit taking oxycodone and started smoking weed to ease his pain. |
| Diagnosis | Oxycodone made him lethargic and uninterested in everything. |
| Support for Diagnosis | The patient is required to take Behavioral treatment, also known as Psychosocial health treatment, which can address his addiction. Long and short-term treatments are also given to facilitate the healing process (Samples et al., 2022). |
And Now the Finale:
This case study focuses on Manny, who has been struggling with oxycodone addiction. Oxycodone, a potent painkiller found in medications like Percocet and OxyContin, is one of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the nation. Its strength makes it difficult to manage, as it provides essential relief to many individuals suffering from chronic or terminal pain. This assessment will cover the patient’s diagnosis, recommended course of action, and both short- and long-term goals.
Description of The Client Case Studies:
Manny, a 56-year-old who spent his life working in construction, underwent back surgery about ten years ago and has since suffered from chronic pain. This pain has prevented him from working. His doctor prescribed oxycodone to help manage the pain. As part of his pain management plan, Manny’s doctor has mandated that he undergo substance abuse therapy before any further medication can be prescribed. Since stopping the use of oxycodone, Manny has turned to daily marijuana use in an effort to manage his pain. His life primarily revolves around his wife and son. Manny feels guilty for not being able to work and for placing the financial burden on his wife.
Client Diagnosis:
Manny experienced severe pain following back surgery ten years ago. The DSM-5 Diagnostic Codes (ICD-10-CM) for opioid abuse applicable to his condition are F11.10 (Opioid abuse, uncomplicated) and F11.20 (Opioid dependence, uncomplicated) (Weiss et al., 2020). His symptoms are characterized as follows:
- Opioids are consumed in larger quantities or for longer periods than intended.
- There is a persistent desire to reduce or control opioid use, often with unsuccessful attempts.
- A significant amount of time is spent obtaining, using, or recovering from opioid use.
- A strong craving or urge to use opioids.
- Continued opioid use makes it difficult to fulfill important responsibilities at work or home. For instance, Manny cannot continue working due to his addiction.
- Ongoing opioid use despite frequent interpersonal or social problems exacerbated by opioid use (Zapata et al., 2022).
- Social, occupational, or recreational activities are often given up or reduced due to opioid use, such as when Manny gave up his driver’s license after using opioids excessively (Poulsen et al., 2022).
- Continued opioid use despite knowing that it is likely causing or worsening a physical or psychological problem (You et al., 2021).
Treatment Recommendation:
Based on Manny’s case history and current medical condition, the following treatment recommendations are made: