Deck 9: The Therapeutic Response to Clients With Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Question 1

Calling in sick for an alcoholic spouse who is hung over is an example of codependency.____________________​

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Research has shown that _______________ is a significant factor in worsening the health of individuals addicted to a substance.

A) being male
B) living with a large family
C) younger age
D) having no medical insurance

Answer 2

having no medical insurance

Question 3

Addiction is defined as​

A) ​recurrent substance use that causes failure to fulfill major obligations
B) ​physiological or psychological dependence on a substance that is beyond voluntary control
C) ​characteristic withdrawal for the substance or the consumption of a closely related substance
D) ​a need for more control over social or occupational activities because of substance use

Answer 3

​physiological or psychological dependence on a substance that is beyond voluntary control

Question 4

As health professionals,it is unrealistic to continue with clients who fail or drop out of treatment.___________________________________

Question 5

Inhalants are unstable and unpredictable chemical substances found in household items._________________________

Question 6

After individuals go through medical detoxification,they will no longer need treatment.___________________________________

Question 7

Which substance is NOT an opioid

A) valium
B) hydrocodone
C) morphine
D) codeine

Question 8

Alcohol

A) is one of the least abused drugs
B) produces a temporary feeling of well-being
C) is an antidepressant
D) immediately causes clumsiness and delirium

Question 9

Substance abuse and addiction are referred to as substance abuse disorders._________________________

Question 10

An example of a drug used recreationally that has no medical use is​

A) ​cocaine
B) ​mescaline
C) ​amphetamines
D) ​valium

Question 11

As health care professionals it is appropriate to moralize and scold clients for their behavior as long as it is done gently and with compassion._________________________

Question 12

Substance abuse manifests impairment by

A) the need to take increased amounts of the substance to achieve the desired effect
B) recurrent use that results in failure to fulfill major obligations at work,school,and/or home
C) a heightened interest in social activities and work
D) the major time spent in activities to obtain the substance

Question 13

The vicious cycle that addicted individuals go through begins with excessive use of a drug,followed by disapproval,self-recrimination,guilt,rationalization and denial,and continued use of a drug._________________________

Question 14

Nicotine use is

A) moderately addictive
B) one of the easier addictions to treat
C) a chronic and relapsing addiction that often results in serious illness
D) an addiction that is best addressed by the individual,without outside assistance

Question 15

Substance dependence leads to significant impairment manifested,in part,by

A) continued use of the substance in physically hazardous situations
B) characteristic withdrawal for the substance or the consumption of a closely related substance
C) recurrent substance-related legal problems
D) continued use of the substance in spite of persistent physical or psychological problems

Question 16

As individuals continue to drink alcohol,there is an increase in their ability to tolerate alcohol._________________________

Question 17

Which statement about marijuana is true?

A) It comes from the leaves and stems of the hemp plant.
B) It is typically injected or sniffed.
C) It frequently causes nausea and vomiting.
D) It may result in lethargy,hunger,agitation,and respiratory problems.

Question 18

When working with clients who have addictions,it is realistic for health professionals to think they can "fix it." _____________________

Question 19

Individuals with an addiction

A) have a physiological dependence rather than a psychological dependence
B) who follow a 12-step program and are active in AA/NA meetings have a 50% greater chance at success in recovery
C) become dependent on their substance of choice because of a genetic disorder,not because of lifestyle factors
D) have a disorder caused by an unconscious desire to use addictive substances

Question 20

Health professionals must strive for an unbiased approach and see their role as one of helping clients choose recovery._________________________

Question 21

Why are inhalants sometimes not classified as addictive?

Question 22

Match each item with the correct statement below.

Causes mood changes,delusions,increases levels of vital signs

A)Sedatives
B)Marijuana
C)Opioids
D)Amphetamines
E)Hallucinogens
F)Cocaine
G)Inhalants

Question 23

What are the signs and symptoms of withdrawal from nicotine?

Question 24

Match each item with the correct statement below.

Used medically to treat pain,curb nausea,vomiting,suppress cough reflex

A)Sedatives
B)Marijuana
C)Opioids
D)Amphetamines
E)Hallucinogens
F)Cocaine
G)Inhalants

Question 25

Match each item with the correct statement below.

A drug used medically to treat short-term fatigue,depression,and narcolepsy

A)Sedatives
B)Marijuana
C)Opioids
D)Amphetamines
E)Hallucinogens
F)Cocaine
G)Inhalants

Question 26

Describe the three stages of alcoholism.

Question 27

What are the two steps that mental health and health care professionals must take with clients who are abusing and/or addicted to substances?

Question 28

Differentiate between substance abuse and substance misuse.

Question 29

Match each item with the correct statement below.

Used medically in the treatment of certain stress disorders,relief of insomnia and pain

A)Sedatives
B)Marijuana
C)Opioids
D)Amphetamines
E)Hallucinogens
F)Cocaine
G)Inhalants

Question 30

Name the five Cs to recall when working with substance dependent clients.

Question 31

Match each item with the correct statement below.

A drug recognized by the DEA as a drug with little or no benefit and high potential for abuse

A)Sedatives
B)Marijuana
C)Opioids
D)Amphetamines
E)Hallucinogens
F)Cocaine
G)Inhalants

Question 32

Explain why individuals generally become dependent upon or abuse drugs.

Question 33

What should the treatment of individuals addicted to substances include?

Question 34

​Describe some of the other addictions that can occur in clients' lives.

Question 35

Match each item with the correct statement below.

A drug used medically as an anesthetic to deaden a local area

A)Sedatives
B)Marijuana
C)Opioids
D)Amphetamines
E)Hallucinogens
F)Cocaine
G)Inhalants