When someone is using, and is on the downside of the high, can they or do they sleep for days without being aware of being asleep for as much as 3 days, not waking up for food, or even to use the bathroom? Also, if givin an "on the job" drug test (whatever it is they do on the spot), will it show heroin use?
2007-01-03 16:50:40 · 10 answers · asked by Ellie 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
No idea whatsoever, let's see what answers you get to this question!
2007-01-03 16:53:01 · answer #1 · answered by skipdip 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm a nurse. Yes people tend to sleep, but they don't realize they are close to death. You see with heroin it's a downer drug and can have a person fall asleep and slip into a coma, stop breathing and die. If a drug test is given it will show up. From urine to a blood test yes. Now if the person is only given a urine test, their so many drinks OTC can one can take and have a clean urine after drinking this for up to 5 hours. This is a very serious drug and is one of the hardest drugs to kick. This person plainly needs help and your support. Offer assistance before it's too late. Take care.
2007-01-03 16:56:57 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
When someone has had a sufficient dosage, or from an hour to two hours after injecting "smack" (heroin) he might "nod out" (literally fall in and out of a sleeping state) in the middle of a conversation or even while driving. Addicts refer to this as being "on the nod." It is not uncommon for heroin addicts to "nod out" while smoking a cigarette and subsequently suffer burns on their fingers where they were holding the cigarette. In the same way they often burn holes in their clothing or in the furniture where they are sitting or lying. Those are a couple of the physical signs that might identify a heroin user.
It will definately show up on a drug test.
2007-01-03 16:56:03 · answer #3 · answered by surfer_grl_ca 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heroin will show up in a drug test. They can sleep for prolonged periods but most of them will need to get their daily fix. Tracks on the arms are the most tale tell sign, but lots of addicts shoot up through their legs and feet.
See Trainspotting it is a film with main characters who use heroin.
Look at this web site.
http://heroinhelp.net/warningsigns.htm
This site breaks it down.
2007-01-03 16:56:53 · answer #4 · answered by Future Citizen of Forvik 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will sleep alot because they may have been up for days using or they are sleeping to not use or because they cant get any & are sick.Of course it will show up in a drug test.
2007-01-03 16:53:42 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, they nod out after use. It takes about 72 hours for your body to clear out traces of heroin. (From what I understand.)
2007-01-03 16:56:44 · answer #6 · answered by 88keys 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
they will sleep alot and at time they will stay busy cleaning and stuff. it will show on the test too. other signs might be that they are not being to careful with thier hygene
2007-01-03 16:55:52 · answer #7 · answered by Devil Dog 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heroin: Needle marks; sleeping at unusual times; sweating; vomiting; coughing and sniffling; twitching; loss of appetite; contracted pupils; no response of pupils to light. Physical Signs Loss of appetite, increase in appetite, any changes in eating habits, unexplained weight loss or gain. Slowed or staggering walk; poor physical coordination. Inability to sleep, awake at unusual times, unusual laziness. Red, watery eyes; pupils larger or smaller than usual; blank stare. Cold, sweaty palms; shaking hands. Puffy face, blushing or paleness. Smell of substance on breath, body or clothes. Extreme hyperactivity; excessive talkativeness. Runny nose; hacking cough. Needle marks on lower arm, leg or bottom of feet. Nausea, vomiting or excessive sweating. Tremors or shakes of hands, feet or head. Irregular heartbeat. Behavioral Signs Change in overall attitude/personality with no other identifiable cause. Changes in friends; new hang-outs; sudden avoidance of old crowd; doesn't want to talk about new friends; friends are known drug users. Change in activities or hobbies. Drop in grades at school or performance at work; skips school or is late for school. Change in habits at home; loss of interest in family and family activities. Difficulty in paying attention; forgetfulness. General lack of motivation, energy, self-esteem, "I don't care" attitude. Sudden oversensitivity, temper tantrums, or resentful behavior. Moodiness, irritability, or nervousness. Silliness or giddiness. Paranoia Excessive need for privacy; unreachable. Secretive or suspicious behavior. Car accidents. Chronic dishonesty. Unexplained need for money, stealing money or items. Change in personal grooming habits. Possession of drug paraphernalia. Yes heroine shows up on a drug test.
2016-03-29 06:54:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Social withdrawal is one of the sign of drug abuse.
2007-01-03 16:55:40 · answer #9 · answered by Prof Hao 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
maybe needle marks on their arm.
2007-01-03 16:52:46 · answer #10 · answered by Metal 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋