SWE EPME QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔Which of the following is an intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program?
- ✔✔e provides commands and individuals with substance abuse prevention training
and implementation strategies to prevent substance misuse and abuse.
✔✔The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) low-risk guidelines
suggest that "zero" drinks is the low risk option when _____. - ✔✔when one is driving,
using machinery, cleaning a weapon, pregnant, or on certain medications
✔✔Key behaviors for low-risk alcohol use include what model? - ✔✔the 0,1,2,3 model
✔✔Where can you find additional clarification on low-risk drinking guidelines? -
✔✔https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/
✔✔What is one responsibility of a Command Drug and Alcohol Representative
(CDAR)? - ✔✔Contact the SAPS within 24 hours of Commanding Officer notification of
a potential substance-related issue; b. Collaborate with the SAPS to provide
administrative support to the command regarding prevention strategies and treatment
options; c. Collaborate with the SAPS to prepare the appropriate Administrative
Remarks, Form CG-3307; d. Schedule and document required unit substance abuse
prevention training, as needed, and in accordance with directions provided by SAPS; e.
Prepare and prominently display prevention awareness materials; f. Collaborate with the
,SAPS to initiate substance abuse screenings, referrals, treatment, aftercare, and
support plans. NOTE: Never diagnose or infer a diagnosis; failure to comply will result in
removal from position and may lead to further administrative action; g. Ensure that all
documentation is complete before arranging treatment or training via the SAPS; h. Keep
the command informed of the status of members undergoing treatment, including
expected date of completion and/or return, prognosis, and personal needs (e.g., pay,
orders, etc.); i. Collaborate with the SAPS to develop support and aftercare plans; j.
Monitor mandatory pre-treatment and aftercare plans with the Commanding Officer;
COMDTINST M6320.5 2-7 k. Provide updates to the SAPS for all members who are: (1)
Assigned an aftercare plan; and (2) Transferred or separated from service while in
aftercare. l. Provide copies of all documentation to the receiving command when
members on an aftercare plan are transferring; m. Complete annual HIPAA training
related to substance abuse patient records; n. Provide Substance Abuse Prevention
Training minimally one time per year, especially during "Alcohol Awareness Month;" and
o. Enact and annually review with the unit "Seven Steps to an Effective Command
Prevention Program."
✔✔What is Substance Abuse Prime for Life training used for? - ✔✔Primary intervention
for members who show signs of misusing alcohol
✔✔What is considered substance abuse? - ✔✔Substance abuse is the use of alcohol,
prescription drugs, illicit drugs, over the counter compounds or any substance that is
used to change mood or induce a "high" that causes cognitive, behavioral or
physiological impairment problems
✔✔According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), as an
individual's BAC increases, the risk of _____ increases. - ✔✔harm
✔✔According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA),
drinking too much over time can raise your risk for _____, cancer, liver disease, and
other illnesses. - ✔✔stroke
✔✔According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more
than _____ people die from alcohol-related causes in the United States each year. -
✔✔178,000
✔✔Being able to "hold your liquor" or having a high tolerance for alcohol is _____. -
✔✔A reason for caution
✔✔What is considered binge drinking for men? - ✔✔5 or more drinks in 2 hours
✔✔What is considered binge drinking for women? - ✔✔4 or more drinks in 2 hours
,✔✔Binge drinking is a pattern of drinking that brings BAC to what percent or higher? -
✔✔0.08%
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by a person
being slightly impaired? - ✔✔0.05% or less
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by a person
being "sloppy" drunk? - ✔✔0.16-.019
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by stupor or
blackout? - ✔✔0.16
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by coma and
risk of death? - ✔✔0.35
✔✔A sign of alcohol poisoning is _____. - ✔✔Vomiting, seizures, slow breathing,
irregular breathing
✔✔Youth who drink alcohol are more likely to experience _____. - ✔✔depression
✔✔Which of the following is a reason women face higher risks of drinking alcohol? -
✔✔Metabolism? Body weight?
✔✔What is a standard drink for 80 proof hard liquor? - ✔✔1.5 oz
✔✔How many grams of pure alcohol is in a "standard" drink? - ✔✔14 grams
✔✔How many fluid ounces of table wine are in a standard drink? - ✔✔5 fl oz
✔✔How many fluid ounces of beer are in a standard drink? - ✔✔12 fl oz
✔✔Using the BAC calculator, what would be the BAC percentage for a 150 pound male
who consumed 3 oz. of 40% alcohol over one hour? - ✔✔.049
✔✔Across the United States, a recorded Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) test of _____ or
higher alcohol is proof of DUI without any other evidence. - ✔✔.08
✔✔A medical professional must perform an analysis and diagnosis for potential _____
upon commission of an alcohol incident or referral. - ✔✔AUD
✔✔A member diagnosed within the first _____ days of CG service as drug/alcohol
abusive or dependent is considered physically disqualified for enlistment. - ✔✔180
, ✔✔Which of the following is required for self-referral for potential substance abuse? -
✔✔A request must be made to a Chaplain, Command, CDAR, SAPS, or health care
provider. (2) There can be no credible evidence of involvement in an alcohol/drug
incident. (3) Members may self-refer for drug abuse; however, self-referral may result in
a drug incident determination and administrative actions in accordance with Reference
(a). (4) A self-referral for alcohol related issues is not to be punitive.
✔✔Which statement reflects Coast Guard policy on tobacco use and abuse? - ✔✔It is
CG policy to discourage the use of all forms of tobacco products and to protect people
from exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), unsanitary conditions created by
the use of spit tobacco, and the potential addiction to nicotine products. The use of any
tobacco product in public detracts from a sharp military appearance and is discouraged.
Where conflicts arise between the rights of non-nicotine users and nicotine users, the
rights of the non-user will prevail.
✔✔Which example would constitute unauthorized use of a prescription drug? - ✔✔The
use of prescription drugs is unauthorized if it is without legal justification or
authorization. Commands should contact their servicing legal office if there are
questions about whether the use of prescription drugs was without legal justification or
authorization.
✔✔Which of the following is considered prohibited substance abuse? - ✔✔Drug abuse
is the use of a drug or substance for other than its intended legal use.
✔✔Which of the following constitutes a drug incident? - ✔✔Intentional Use or Misuse of
Controlled or Prohibited Substances
Wrongful Possession of Controlled Substances
Trafficking, Distributing, Importing, or Exporting Controlled Substances
Intentional Misuse of Non-Controlled Substances
Civil or Military Conviction for Wrongful Use, Possession, or Trafficking of Drugs
Violation of a Lawful Order
Violation of a General Order
✔✔Urinalysis is the procedure employed to obtain urine samples under controlled
conditions, maintaining a chain of custody on each sample, and_____. - ✔✔scientifically
analyze the samples to detect the presence of controlled/prohibited substances or their
metabolytes
✔✔Which term is defined as self-inflicted death with evidence, either explicit or implicit,
or intent to die? - ✔✔Suicide
✔✔What term is defined as a self-inflicted potentially injurious behavior for which there
is evidence, either implicit or explicit, that the person did not intend to kill
himself/herself? - ✔✔Self harm
✔✔Which of the following is an intention of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program?
- ✔✔e provides commands and individuals with substance abuse prevention training
and implementation strategies to prevent substance misuse and abuse.
✔✔The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) low-risk guidelines
suggest that "zero" drinks is the low risk option when _____. - ✔✔when one is driving,
using machinery, cleaning a weapon, pregnant, or on certain medications
✔✔Key behaviors for low-risk alcohol use include what model? - ✔✔the 0,1,2,3 model
✔✔Where can you find additional clarification on low-risk drinking guidelines? -
✔✔https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/
✔✔What is one responsibility of a Command Drug and Alcohol Representative
(CDAR)? - ✔✔Contact the SAPS within 24 hours of Commanding Officer notification of
a potential substance-related issue; b. Collaborate with the SAPS to provide
administrative support to the command regarding prevention strategies and treatment
options; c. Collaborate with the SAPS to prepare the appropriate Administrative
Remarks, Form CG-3307; d. Schedule and document required unit substance abuse
prevention training, as needed, and in accordance with directions provided by SAPS; e.
Prepare and prominently display prevention awareness materials; f. Collaborate with the
,SAPS to initiate substance abuse screenings, referrals, treatment, aftercare, and
support plans. NOTE: Never diagnose or infer a diagnosis; failure to comply will result in
removal from position and may lead to further administrative action; g. Ensure that all
documentation is complete before arranging treatment or training via the SAPS; h. Keep
the command informed of the status of members undergoing treatment, including
expected date of completion and/or return, prognosis, and personal needs (e.g., pay,
orders, etc.); i. Collaborate with the SAPS to develop support and aftercare plans; j.
Monitor mandatory pre-treatment and aftercare plans with the Commanding Officer;
COMDTINST M6320.5 2-7 k. Provide updates to the SAPS for all members who are: (1)
Assigned an aftercare plan; and (2) Transferred or separated from service while in
aftercare. l. Provide copies of all documentation to the receiving command when
members on an aftercare plan are transferring; m. Complete annual HIPAA training
related to substance abuse patient records; n. Provide Substance Abuse Prevention
Training minimally one time per year, especially during "Alcohol Awareness Month;" and
o. Enact and annually review with the unit "Seven Steps to an Effective Command
Prevention Program."
✔✔What is Substance Abuse Prime for Life training used for? - ✔✔Primary intervention
for members who show signs of misusing alcohol
✔✔What is considered substance abuse? - ✔✔Substance abuse is the use of alcohol,
prescription drugs, illicit drugs, over the counter compounds or any substance that is
used to change mood or induce a "high" that causes cognitive, behavioral or
physiological impairment problems
✔✔According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), as an
individual's BAC increases, the risk of _____ increases. - ✔✔harm
✔✔According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA),
drinking too much over time can raise your risk for _____, cancer, liver disease, and
other illnesses. - ✔✔stroke
✔✔According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more
than _____ people die from alcohol-related causes in the United States each year. -
✔✔178,000
✔✔Being able to "hold your liquor" or having a high tolerance for alcohol is _____. -
✔✔A reason for caution
✔✔What is considered binge drinking for men? - ✔✔5 or more drinks in 2 hours
✔✔What is considered binge drinking for women? - ✔✔4 or more drinks in 2 hours
,✔✔Binge drinking is a pattern of drinking that brings BAC to what percent or higher? -
✔✔0.08%
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by a person
being slightly impaired? - ✔✔0.05% or less
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by a person
being "sloppy" drunk? - ✔✔0.16-.019
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by stupor or
blackout? - ✔✔0.16
✔✔What BAC would be associated with the stage of intoxication indicated by coma and
risk of death? - ✔✔0.35
✔✔A sign of alcohol poisoning is _____. - ✔✔Vomiting, seizures, slow breathing,
irregular breathing
✔✔Youth who drink alcohol are more likely to experience _____. - ✔✔depression
✔✔Which of the following is a reason women face higher risks of drinking alcohol? -
✔✔Metabolism? Body weight?
✔✔What is a standard drink for 80 proof hard liquor? - ✔✔1.5 oz
✔✔How many grams of pure alcohol is in a "standard" drink? - ✔✔14 grams
✔✔How many fluid ounces of table wine are in a standard drink? - ✔✔5 fl oz
✔✔How many fluid ounces of beer are in a standard drink? - ✔✔12 fl oz
✔✔Using the BAC calculator, what would be the BAC percentage for a 150 pound male
who consumed 3 oz. of 40% alcohol over one hour? - ✔✔.049
✔✔Across the United States, a recorded Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) test of _____ or
higher alcohol is proof of DUI without any other evidence. - ✔✔.08
✔✔A medical professional must perform an analysis and diagnosis for potential _____
upon commission of an alcohol incident or referral. - ✔✔AUD
✔✔A member diagnosed within the first _____ days of CG service as drug/alcohol
abusive or dependent is considered physically disqualified for enlistment. - ✔✔180
, ✔✔Which of the following is required for self-referral for potential substance abuse? -
✔✔A request must be made to a Chaplain, Command, CDAR, SAPS, or health care
provider. (2) There can be no credible evidence of involvement in an alcohol/drug
incident. (3) Members may self-refer for drug abuse; however, self-referral may result in
a drug incident determination and administrative actions in accordance with Reference
(a). (4) A self-referral for alcohol related issues is not to be punitive.
✔✔Which statement reflects Coast Guard policy on tobacco use and abuse? - ✔✔It is
CG policy to discourage the use of all forms of tobacco products and to protect people
from exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), unsanitary conditions created by
the use of spit tobacco, and the potential addiction to nicotine products. The use of any
tobacco product in public detracts from a sharp military appearance and is discouraged.
Where conflicts arise between the rights of non-nicotine users and nicotine users, the
rights of the non-user will prevail.
✔✔Which example would constitute unauthorized use of a prescription drug? - ✔✔The
use of prescription drugs is unauthorized if it is without legal justification or
authorization. Commands should contact their servicing legal office if there are
questions about whether the use of prescription drugs was without legal justification or
authorization.
✔✔Which of the following is considered prohibited substance abuse? - ✔✔Drug abuse
is the use of a drug or substance for other than its intended legal use.
✔✔Which of the following constitutes a drug incident? - ✔✔Intentional Use or Misuse of
Controlled or Prohibited Substances
Wrongful Possession of Controlled Substances
Trafficking, Distributing, Importing, or Exporting Controlled Substances
Intentional Misuse of Non-Controlled Substances
Civil or Military Conviction for Wrongful Use, Possession, or Trafficking of Drugs
Violation of a Lawful Order
Violation of a General Order
✔✔Urinalysis is the procedure employed to obtain urine samples under controlled
conditions, maintaining a chain of custody on each sample, and_____. - ✔✔scientifically
analyze the samples to detect the presence of controlled/prohibited substances or their
metabolytes
✔✔Which term is defined as self-inflicted death with evidence, either explicit or implicit,
or intent to die? - ✔✔Suicide
✔✔What term is defined as a self-inflicted potentially injurious behavior for which there
is evidence, either implicit or explicit, that the person did not intend to kill
himself/herself? - ✔✔Self harm
