Relapse Prevention
Triggers
You can not use expired NARCAN. True or False.
False.
*The effects of it may be significantly lessened.
The 5 stages of change. **Double points if you get them in the correct chronological order.
Pre-contemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, then Maintenance.
This coping skill activates various regions of the brain, mainly the auditory cortex, but also every part of the brain.
Music
Those suffering from addiction often have one or more medical conditions that occur as well. True or False?
True
The abbreviation, "CAT" stands for...
Common Addictive Thinking.
The average wait time between administering a second NARCAN.
3-5 Minutes.
Name the State of Change: An individual who sees no need or has no immediate urgency to make a change.
Pre-Contemplation.
This activity releases endorphins, allows you to release anger, and positively impacts your mental wellbeing, but primarily your physical wellbeing.
Gym/Working Out
There is a cure for addiction. True or False?
False
The highest risk period for relapse is _________ months after discharge from inpatient treatment.
6-17 Months.
Naloxone(NARCAN) can reverse of any overdose. True or False.
False
**Can only reverse Opioids.
Name the State of Change: You are actively working out the pros/cons of making the change and are thinking about making it within the next few days to few months.
Contemplation.
To refocus your attention on something calming or pleasant. You should feel a sense of calm and balance.
Meditation.
Name 3 signs of an active overdose.
-Blue/Purple lips/fingertips
-Non-responsive
-Not breathing
-Small Pupils
The act or process of regularly using mood altering substances for oneself especially without the advice of a physician.
Self-Medicating.
A painful stimulus applied to a patients sternum to assess their level of brain function.
Sternal Rub.
What Stage of Change fits the following description:
An individual who has recently changed their behavior and intend to keep moving forward with that behavior change. People may exhibit this by modifying their problem behavior or acquiring new healthy behaviors
Action.
To emphasize the importance of advance planning and thorough thinking.
Danger Spotting.
Five possible Post Acute Withdrawal Symptoms.
-Irritability, Stress, Sensitivity, Fatigue, Paranoia, Difficulty Concentrating, Tremors, Changes in Sleep Patterns, and/or Memory Issues.
A term defined an individual who is predicting the worst possible outcomes at all times.
Catastrophizing or Awfulizing
The name of the position of which an individual is on their side with their top leg and arm crossed over their body.
The Rescue Position
The difference between Motivation and Ambivalence.
Motivation is the action towards a desired goal commonly with something as an external motivator.
Ambivalence is the attitude or feeling towards an object, person, or behavior. (Being attracted to yet repulsed by the same thing at the same time.)
What makes a healthy coping skill?
Something safe and non-disruptive.
Common unhelpful thinking styles and how they can increase depression and hinder recovery/wellness.
Cognitive Distortions.
**Double jeopardy if you can name 3 of the 10 cognitive distortions.