Legal Highs Putting 'Unacceptable' Strain On NHS

The video discusses the increasing prevalence of legal highs and the challenges they pose to paramedics and emergency services. It highlights the unpredictable nature of these substances, making it difficult for medical professionals to assess and treat affected individuals. The video includes a case study of a patient who repeatedly visits the hospital due to legal high consumption, illustrating the strain on healthcare resources. The availability of legal highs on the market is also discussed, emphasizing the constant change in substances as new ones replace banned items. Overall, the video sheds light on the complex issues surrounding legal highs and their impact on public health and safety.

What has been the trend in the number of cases involving legal highs in the West Midlands?

• They have remained stable.

• They have decreased significantly.

• They have tripled.

• They have doubled.

Why is it challenging for paramedics to handle cases involving legal highs?

• Legal highs are not harmful.

• They are not trained for such cases.

• Patients are always cooperative.

• The effects are unpredictable.

What is a common issue faced by medical staff when dealing with legal highs?

• Patients are easy to manage.

• Patients can become violent and aggressive.

• Patients never become violent.

• Patients are always unconscious.

What unusual behavior did a patient exhibit after consuming a legal high?

• He sang loudly in public.

• He fell asleep on the sidewalk.

• He danced in the street.

• He urinated and defecated in public.

How do legal highs affect the workload of ambulance crews?

• They make the job more difficult.

• They have no impact.

• They make the job easier.

• They reduce the number of calls.