#1
Which of the following is a symptom of opioid withdrawal?
Sedation
Dilated pupils
Hypertension
Nausea and vomiting
#2
What is a common screening tool used for assessing substance use disorders?
Fagerström Test for Nicotine Dependence (FTND)
Beck Depression Inventory (BDI)
Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HAM-A)
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT)
#3
Which substance is commonly associated with the development of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome?
Alcohol
Cocaine
Heroin
Marijuana
#4
What is a potential complication of long-term stimulant use?
Respiratory depression
Hypotension
Cardiac arrhythmias
Sedation
#5
Which medication is commonly used to manage opioid withdrawal symptoms and cravings?
Lorazepam
Methadone
Haloperidol
Clonidine
#6
What is the primary concern when caring for a patient experiencing alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
Hypertension
Hypoglycemia
Seizures
Hyperthermia
#7
Which medication is commonly used for the treatment of alcohol use disorder by reducing cravings and withdrawal symptoms?
Naloxone
Naltrexone
Methadone
Buprenorphine
#8
What is the primary goal of motivational interviewing in the context of substance use disorder treatment?
To confront and challenge the patient's denial
To encourage self-motivation and commitment to change
To prescribe medications for immediate symptom relief
To enforce strict rules and consequences for relapse
#9
Which neurotransmitter is primarily affected by benzodiazepines, leading to their anxiolytic effects?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)
Glutamate
#10
What is a potential symptom of cocaine withdrawal?
Hypotension
Hypothermia
Intense cravings
Sedation
#11
Which of the following is a potential long-term effect of chronic inhalant abuse?
Hepatitis
Peripheral neuropathy
Cirrhosis
Brain damage
#12
What is the primary action of naloxone when administered for opioid overdose?
Stimulating opioid receptors
Reversing respiratory depression
Inducing sedation
Increasing opioid cravings
#13
Which type of therapy focuses on identifying and modifying maladaptive thoughts and behaviors associated with substance use?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
#14
What is a key aspect of harm reduction strategies in managing substance use disorders?
Encouraging abstinence as the only goal
Providing sterile injection equipment
Punishing relapses
Minimizing access to treatment
#15
What is a common side effect of long-term benzodiazepine use?
Hypertension
Weight gain
Tachycardia
Tolerance and dependence
#16
Which psychological therapy emphasizes acceptance of discomfort and mindfulness to prevent relapse in substance use disorders?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Motivational Interviewing (MI)
#17
Which approach focuses on increasing the patient's self-efficacy and confidence in their ability to change their substance use behavior?
Harm reduction
12-step facilitation
Stages of Change model
Contingency management