Alcohol Abuse and Treatment
Narcotic Abuse and Treatment
Characteristics and Behaviors of Addicts
Theraputic Interventions and Communication
FEELING LUCKY?!?!
100

The following people would benefit from attending al-anon meetings: (select all) a. mother of a person with addiction to narcotics b. grandson of an addicted person in recovery c. husband of a person with a history of an alcohol use disorder who has been sober for 22 years. d. sister of a person with a substance use disorder who is actively using.

ALL.

100

For an individual with an opioid or narcotic use disorder, complications can include, but are not limited to:(select all that apply) a. constipation b. endocarditis c. fatal overdose d. HIV

all.

100

Traits that may be seen in people with a substance use disorder are (select all that apply) a. manipulation b. impulsivity c. a fruity or sweet odor to one's breath d. anxiety

a,b,d

100

An effective communication technique for a person with a substance use disorder might include: a. confront the patient right away b. provide group support at a local restaurant c. tell the patients parents so they can try to help d. teach the patient about the physical impact of drugs and alcohol.

d. teach the patient about the physical impact of drugs and alcohol.

100
The nurse knows that the children of parents who abuse substances are at risk for: a. developing substance abuse problems b. developing criminal habits c. bullying d. SIDS
a. developing substance abuse problems
200

Signs and symptoms of fetal alcohol syndrome include: (select all) a. microcephaly b. growth retardation c. short palpebral fissures d. maxillary hypoplasia e. hypotension

a, b, c, d,

200

The nurse should recommend which of the following self-help groups for a 15-year-old recovering from a heroin use disorder that was sold into prostitution? A. Calix society B. Al-Anon C. Drugs Anonymous D. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 

d. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) 

200

Which client response indicates the that the client may be in denial regarding having a substance use disorder? A. "Smoking weed keeps me sane" B. "I just want to have fun" C. "I only smoke when I'm stressed. It's not an everyday thing for me" D. "I'm not the same when I smoke"

C. "I only smoke when I'm stressed. It's not an everyday thing for me"

200

The nurse is teaching a new LPN nursing interventions for a person with a diagnosis of alcohol use disorder.  The nurse knows the teaching is effective when he states: a. "the patient is at high risk for fall" b. "reinforce to the patient that he has made bad life decisions." c. "teach the patient about harmful effects of drug use, support groups, and methadone" d. "l will only keep the patient restrained for the first hour"

c. "teach the patient about harmful effects of drug use, support groups, and methadone"

200
Disorders that may be present with heroin abuse are: (select all) a. alcohol abuse b. depression c. anxiety disorders d. PTDS
ALL.
300

A factor used to make the differentiation between a social drinker and a person with an alcohol use disorder (AUD) would be:  a. continued use despite negative consequences b. family history of substance use disorder c. race d. type of alcohol used 

a.  continued use despite negative consequences

300

Morphine, Codeine, and Methadone have a high potential for misuse, abuse or physiological/psychological dependency. Which class of drugs do they belong in? a. designer drugs b. stimulants c. narcotics d. inhalants

c. narcotics

300

This is a third admission of an individual for acute alcohol intoxication. When the person is asked to describe his/her drinking pattern, the client states, "I only drink when I am under a lot of stress." The client's response might indicate what defense mechanism? a. projection b. regression c. denial d. rationalization

d. rationalization

300
A client is being hospitalized after passing out from binge drinking. The client appears calm, but the family is anxious. The client’s mother begins to cry and states “My son is destroying his brain. His habits are hard to deal with. The nurse should recommend the family attend which of the following support groups? a. Al-Anon b. Christian Addiction Rehabilitation Association c. Families Anonymous d. Naronon
a. Al-Anon
300
DAILY DOUBLE...sorta? This drug can appear white, brown, or black and sticky. Known as black tar _______?
heroin.
400

A nurse is caring for a client who has been prescribed disulfiram (Antabuse) as a deterrent to alcohol relapse. Which information should the nurse include when teaching the client about this medication? a. "only oral ingestion of alcohol will cause a reaction when taking this drug" b. "it is safe to drink beverages that have less than 12% alcohol content" c. "this medication will decrease your cravings for alcohol" d. "reactions to combining Antabuse with alcohol can occur 2 weeks after stopping the drug."

d. "reactions to combining antabuse with alcohol can occur 2 weeks after stopping the drug."

400

Catapres (clonidine) has been shown to relieve symptoms of narcotic withdrawal. Which symptoms does this drug help alleviate? a. muscle aches b. salivation c. abdominal cramping d. scratching

a, b, c

400

After completing a safe withdrawal from alcohol, factors that increase the risk of relapse include (select all that apply): a. no follow up care b. cravings c. positive family history of addiction d. denial

a, b, d

400
A 25 year old woman with a history of drug abuse tells the nurse during care that she does not communicate well with her family because they always tell her what she has done wrong. The nurse understands that families of addicts can be? a. Overbearing b. Judgmental c. Dysfunctional d. Irrational
b. judgemental
400
People who use opioids to treat pains sometimes get addicted after taking the meds by mouth. They may alter the route of administration by:(select all) a. snorting b. injecting c. crushing in food d. mixing with alcohol
a. snorting and b. injecting
500

A chronic alcoholic is admitted to the medical unit for pneumonia. Which medication would the nurse expect the health-care provider to prescribe to prevent delirium tremors? a. chlordiazepoxide (Librium) b. Thiamine (vitamin B1) c. disulfiram (antabuse) d. fluoxetine (Prozac)

a. Librium

500

The following meds are given for opiate toxicity: a. Vicodin b. Narcan c. methadone d. heparin

b. narcan

500

Risk factors for developing a substance use disorder include (select all that apply) a. positive family history of addiction b. early use of substances c. trauma d. co-morbid psychiatric disorders 


ALL a, b, c, d

500
Treatment interventions to assist the client with a current history of drug and alcohol abuse and prevent relapse include: (select all) a. Twelve step program b. self-help group c. support from established friends d. lifestyle changes e. individual therapy
a. Twelve step program b. self-help group d. lifestyle changes e. individual therapy
500
A nurse is caring for a client who has a history of opioid and heroin abuse and monitoring for signs of withdrawl. which clinical manifestations are associated with heroin and opioid withdrawl. (select all) a. compulsive itching b. diaphoresis c. yawning and sneezing d. insomnia e. cramps and diarrhea
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