Forensic Toxicology + Substance Abuse by Kursten Massey-Dutcher https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx en-us 2021-12-01 13:41:00 UTC 2021-12-03 13:34:39 UTC hello@padlet.com Ricin kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922777162 2021-12-01 13:42:50 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922777162 Marijuana kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922778359 2021-12-01 13:43:19 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922778359 kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922782017 2021-12-01 13:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922782017 kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922784313 2021-12-01 13:45:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922784313 Ricin is a highly potent toxin that is produced in the seeds of the castor oild plant, Ricinus Communis. This plant is highly present in Brazilian regions. kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922797000 2021-12-01 13:50:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922797000 Marijuana is a psychoactive drug from the Cannabis plant, it has many names such as: cannabis, marijuana, weed, pot or dope. This drug originates from East Asia and modern-day China/India, but now can be found growing all over the world. kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922803625 2021-12-01 13:52:48 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922803625 Short-term Effects: kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922823636 IF INGESTED- Initial symptoms occur in less than 6-12 hours, these symptoms usually include affect to the gastrointestinal system and cause nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Between 12-24 hours the symptoms rapidly progress into severe deydration, kidney, and liver problems. Symptoms usually resolve after 2 days.
IF INHALED- Initial symptoms occur in less than 4-6 hours, but serious symptoms could occur as late as 24 hours. These symptoms affect the respiratory system and include; difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and cough. Symptoms typically worsen within 12-24 hours including; polmonary edema and eventually, repiratory failure. Death from ricin poisoning can take place within 36-72 hours after exposure, depending on the route taken.]]> 2021-12-01 14:00:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922823636 Long-term Effects: kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922830663 There are no direct long-term effects known to exist from ricin exporsure that did not result in the symptoms. Following Severe ricin poisoning, the damage done to vital organs may be permanent or consist of lasting effects.]]> 2021-12-01 14:02:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922830663 Short-term Effects: kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922894213 When someone smokes marijuana, THC quickly passes from the lungs into the bloodstream. People generally feel the effects after 30 minutes to 1 hour. They experience altered senses, change in mood, impared body movement, impared memory, hallucinations, delusions, and psychosis.]]> 2021-12-01 14:25:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922894213 Long-term Effects: kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922894798 Memeroy issues, anxiety, depression, lower dopamine production, lung damage, persistent cough, and greater risks for heart attacks, diseases, and strokes.]]> 2021-12-01 14:26:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922894798 How to test for it? kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922913989 Laboratory tests may include: seruam electrolyte panel, arterial blood gases, liver function tests, renal function tests, white blood count, chest x-ray examinations, and urine testing for evidence of hematuria.]]> 2021-12-01 14:32:35 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922913989 Informational Link: kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922926248 2021-12-01 14:37:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922926248 Relavance of Evidence? kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922934420 Since ricin is extremly high in its toxicity as soon as it is seen in the body or on a toxicoloy report is the moment it becomes evidence. There is no valid reason for it to be used as medicine and doctors do not perscribe it to paitents.]]> 2021-12-01 14:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922934420 Informational Link 2: kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922942411 2021-12-01 14:42:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1922942411 How to test for it? kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1927313557 Cannabinoid Screen and Confrimination: this is a 2-part urine test where they look for THC. THC is an active ingredient in marijuana. The person testing it might order tests on samples of your hair, saliva, sweat, and blood.]]> 2021-12-03 13:31:06 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1927313557 Relavence of Evidence? kurstenmasseydutche https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1927315153 When there is a higher dosage of THC in the blood or urine than perscribed or allowed. And also if the crime takes place in a state where marijuana is illegal.]]> 2021-12-03 13:31:51 UTC https://padlet.com/kurstenmasseydutche/8djfjmkvp67ecglx/wish/1927315153