Substance

Question 1

Substance Use Disorder is characterized by:

a) A pattern of using a substance leading to significant impairment or distress
b) Only the physical dependence on a substance
c) Experiencing hallucinations from substance use
d) Arousal from the idea of using drugs

Answer 1

Answer: a) A pattern of using a substance leading to significant impairment or distress

Question 2

Alcohol Use Disorder is characterized by:

a) Frequent blackouts and significant withdrawal symptoms when not drinking
b) A preference for hard liquor over beer or wine
c) Occasional drinking with no consequences
d) An inability to drink socially

Answer 2

Answer: a) Frequent blackouts and significant withdrawal symptoms when not drinking

Question 3

The intoxication symptoms of alcohol include:

a) Decreased heart rate and drowsiness
b) Increased motor coordination and mental clarity
c) Slurred speech, motor impairment, and poor judgment
d) Excessive energy and decreased appetite

Answer 3

Answer: c) Slurred speech, motor impairment, and poor judgment

Question 4

Which of the following is a common withdrawal symptom of alcohol?

a) Increased appetite
b) Anxiety, tremors, and sweating
c) Loss of coordination
d) Euphoria and excitement

Answer 4

Answer: b) Anxiety, tremors, and sweating

Question 5

Opioid Use Disorder often involves:

a) Regular use of prescription pain medications for recreational purposes
b) A craving for social acceptance and popularity
c) Lack of sleep or appetite
d) The ability to function without symptoms or withdrawal

Answer 5

Answer: a) Regular use of prescription pain medications for recreational purposes

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT typically associated with opioid intoxication?

a) Pinpoint pupils
b) Slurred speech
c) Respiratory depression
d) Increased energy and alertness

Answer 6

Answer: d) Increased energy and alertness

Question 7

Cocaine Use Disorder may lead to:

a) Decreased blood pressure
b) Increased energy and alertness
c) Weight gain
d) Increased sleep and drowsiness

Answer 7

Answer: b) Increased energy and alertness

Question 8

A common withdrawal symptom from cocaine use is:

a) Insomnia
b) Severe depression and fatigue
c) Increased appetite
d) Hallucinations

Answer 8

Answer: b) Severe depression and fatigue

Question 9

Cannabis Use Disorder may involve:

a) A decrease in appetite
b) Difficulty concentrating and short-term memory loss
c) Increased anxiety and paranoia
d) Both b and c

Answer 9

Answer: d) Both b and c

Question 10

Nicotine Use Disorder involves:

a) Smoking or chewing tobacco with no negative consequences
b) Cravings, irritability, and difficulty concentrating when not using nicotine
c) Regular weight gain
d) Social withdrawal from others

Answer 10

Answer: b) Cravings, irritability, and difficulty concentrating when not using nicotine

Question 11

Hallucinogen Use Disorder is characterized by:

a) Compulsive use of substances that induce hallucinations
b) The inability to remember previous hallucinogenic experiences
c) A persistent desire to experience hallucinations again
d) None of the above

Answer 11

Answer: a) Compulsive use of substances that induce hallucinations

Question 12

Methamphetamine Use Disorder is often associated with:

a) Improved cognitive function and focus
b) Severe weight loss, teeth grinding, and paranoia
c) Increased appetite and relaxation
d) Emotional detachment from personal relationships

Answer 12

Answer: b) Severe weight loss, teeth grinding, and paranoia

Question 13

Inhalant Use Disorder involves:

a) Consuming substances that release volatile chemicals into the bloodstream
b) Excessive alcohol consumption
c) The use of prescription painkillers for non-medical purposes
d) Consumption of substances with high levels of nicotine

Answer 13

Answer: a) Consuming substances that release volatile chemicals into the bloodstream

Question 14

Substance Withdrawal symptoms are most often experienced in:

a) The initial phase of the substance use disorder
b) The final phase after sustained usage
c) During periods of prolonged sobriety
d) When attempting to reduce the dose or stop the substance abruptly

Answer 14

Answer: d) When attempting to reduce the dose or stop the substance abruptly

Question 15

Benzodiazepine Use Disorder can lead to:

a) Sleep disturbances and increased anxiety
b) Withdrawal symptoms that include seizures and increased heart rate
c) A decrease in mental alertness and concentration
d) None of the above

Answer 15

Answer: b) Withdrawal symptoms that include seizures and increased heart rate

Question 16

Substance Use Disorders are diagnosed based on:

a) The amount of money spent on substances
b) The frequency and quantity of substance use
c) Behavioral and physical symptoms, including cravings and tolerance
d) An individual’s personal history with substances

Answer 16

Answer: c) Behavioral and physical symptoms, including cravings and tolerance

Question 17

Tolerance in the context of substance use means:

a) The individual becomes less sensitive to the substance over time, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect
b) The individual becomes physically ill after using the substance
c) The individual no longer feels the need to consume the substance
d) The substance becomes illegal

Answer 17

Answer: a) The individual becomes less sensitive to the substance over time, requiring higher doses to achieve the same effect

Question 18

Harm Reduction Strategies in treating substance use disorders focus on:

a) Completely eliminating the use of substances
b) Reducing the harmful consequences of substance use
c) Making substance use socially acceptable
d) Encouraging individuals to use substances responsibly

Answer 18

Answer: b) Reducing the harmful consequences of substance use

Question 19

Relapse is a term often used in the context of substance use disorders, and it refers to:

a) A significant decrease in cravings after treatment
b) A return to substance use after a period of abstinence
c) The beginning of a recovery program
d) The reduction of physical dependence on a substance

Answer 19

Answer: b) A return to substance use after a period of abstinence

Question 20

Behavioral treatments for Substance Use Disorders typically involve:

a) Medication that eliminates all cravings
b) Cognitive-behavioral therapy to help individuals recognize and change their substance-related behaviors
c) Encouraging the individual to continue substance use in moderation
d) Electroconvulsive therapy to treat addiction

Answer 20

Answer: b) Cognitive-behavioral therapy to help individuals recognize and change their substance-related behaviors