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, Test Bank for Nursing A Concept Based Approach to Learning (Volume 2) Module 22-51, 5th Edition By Pearson
Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning Vol. 2, 5e (Pearson)
Module 22 Addiction
The Concept of Addiction
1) The nurse at a substance use rehabilitation clinic uses a diagram as a teaching tool. In which way
should the nurse interpret this diagram?
A) Most substances that are used either imitate or block the action of neurotransmitters.
B) In order to be addictive, a substance must cause the release of excess neurotransmitters.
C) Substances that exert antagonistic effects can be used to counteract the addictive tendencies of
substances that exert agonistic effects.
D) People with addictive personalities process neurotransmitters differently than people who are less
prone to addiction.
Answer: A
Explanation: A) Most substances that are used either mimic or block neurotransmitters at critical
receptor sites.
B) These drugs exert agonistic effects if they boost neurotransmitter synthesis, increase neurotransmitter
release, or activate receptors that normally respond to neurotransmitters.
C) Substances that are used exert antagonistic effects if they interfere with neurotransmitter release,
occupy receptor sites that are normally sensitive to neurotransmitters, or cause leakage of
neurotransmitters from synaptic vesicles. Both drugs with agonistic effects and those with antagonistic
effects can be addictive, and administering one class of drug will not counteract the addictive tendencies
of the other class.
D) Researchers have not identified an addictive personality type.
Cognitive Level: Applying
Client Need/Sub: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
Standards: QSEN Competencies: III.A.1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic scientific methods and
processes. | AACN Domains and Competencies: 2.6 Demonstrate accountability for care delivery. | NLN
Competencies: Knowledge and Science: Relationships between knowledge/science and quality and safe
patient care. | Nursing Process: Implementation: Take Action
Learning Outcome: 22.1. Summarize the processes involved in addiction.
MNL LO: Analyze the concept of addiction and its application to nursing care.
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, Test Bank for Nursing A Concept Based Approach to Learning (Volume 2) Module 22-51, 5th Edition By Pearson
Nursing: A Concept-Based Approach to Learning Vol. 2, 5e (Pearson)
Module 22 Addiction
The Concept of Addiction
1) The nurse at a substance use rehabilitation clinic uses a diagram as a teaching tool. In which way
should the nurse interpret this diagram?
A) Most substances that are used either imitate or block the action of neurotransmitters.
B) In order to be addictive, a substance must cause the release of excess neurotransmitters.
C) Substances that exert antagonistic effects can be used to counteract the addictive tendencies of
substances that exert agonistic effects.
D) People with addictive personalities process neurotransmitters differently than people who are less
prone to addiction.
Answer: A
Explanation: A) Most substances that are used either mimic or block neurotransmitters at critical
receptor sites.
B) These drugs exert agonistic effects if they boost neurotransmitter synthesis, increase neurotransmitter
release, or activate receptors that normally respond to neurotransmitters.
C) Substances that are used exert antagonistic effects if they interfere with neurotransmitter release,
occupy receptor sites that are normally sensitive to neurotransmitters, or cause leakage of
neurotransmitters from synaptic vesicles. Both drugs with agonistic effects and those with antagonistic
effects can be addictive, and administering one class of drug will not counteract the addictive tendencies
of the other class.
D) Researchers have not identified an addictive personality type.
Cognitive Level: Applying
Client Need/Sub: Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
Standards: QSEN Competencies: III.A.1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic scientific methods and
processes. | AACN Domains and Competencies: 2.6 Demonstrate accountability for care delivery. | NLN
Competencies: Knowledge and Science: Relationships between knowledge/science and quality and safe
patient care. | Nursing Process: Implementation: Take Action
Learning Outcome: 22.1. Summarize the processes involved in addiction.
MNL LO: Analyze the concept of addiction and its application to nursing care.
