MH709 - SUBSTANCE USE DISORDER EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST
UPDATE
What part of the brain is affected by alcohol?
Frontal lobe
What is the purpose of the AUDIT tool?
Screen alcohol use
How many drinks containing alcohol does the AUDIT patient have on a typical
day?
4
T/F: These questions are included in the CAGE questionaire?
-Have you tried to cut down on your drinking?
-Do you feel annoyed when asked about your drinking?
- Do you feel guilty about your drinking?
-Do you ever take an eye opener in the morning?
True
What is CAGE questionaires used for?
A questionaire for alcohol and drug use, and identify substance abuse
What is CIWA used for?
To determine severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms
, Which drug is often used in CIWA therapy for alcohol withdrawal?
Ativan
What is considered a hazardous or harmful alcohol use?
A score of 8 or more
How many items are in the AUDIT screening tool?
10
Whats the common symptom of wenicke-korsakoff syndrome?
Confusion
What is the primary symptom of alcohol withdrawal?
Delirium
What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration?
0.08%
What is the main risk factor for alcohol use disorder?
Family History
What is the primary motive for drinking in alcohol use disorder?
stress relief
How is the alcohol withdrawal protocol initiated for admitted patients?
Based on AWCA score and ED provider collaboration
What is the purpose of alcohol withdrawal protocol?
early intervention
T/F: Is alcohol use disorder often delayed due to societal stigma?
True.
What is purpose of naltrexone 50mg for alcohol cravings?
ANSWERS WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS VERIFIED LATEST
UPDATE
What part of the brain is affected by alcohol?
Frontal lobe
What is the purpose of the AUDIT tool?
Screen alcohol use
How many drinks containing alcohol does the AUDIT patient have on a typical
day?
4
T/F: These questions are included in the CAGE questionaire?
-Have you tried to cut down on your drinking?
-Do you feel annoyed when asked about your drinking?
- Do you feel guilty about your drinking?
-Do you ever take an eye opener in the morning?
True
What is CAGE questionaires used for?
A questionaire for alcohol and drug use, and identify substance abuse
What is CIWA used for?
To determine severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms
, Which drug is often used in CIWA therapy for alcohol withdrawal?
Ativan
What is considered a hazardous or harmful alcohol use?
A score of 8 or more
How many items are in the AUDIT screening tool?
10
Whats the common symptom of wenicke-korsakoff syndrome?
Confusion
What is the primary symptom of alcohol withdrawal?
Delirium
What is the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration?
0.08%
What is the main risk factor for alcohol use disorder?
Family History
What is the primary motive for drinking in alcohol use disorder?
stress relief
How is the alcohol withdrawal protocol initiated for admitted patients?
Based on AWCA score and ED provider collaboration
What is the purpose of alcohol withdrawal protocol?
early intervention
T/F: Is alcohol use disorder often delayed due to societal stigma?
True.
What is purpose of naltrexone 50mg for alcohol cravings?
