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Patho EXAM| COMPREHENSIVE QUESTION BANK
WITH QUESTIONS ALL WITH CORRECT VERIFIED
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Does substance abuse and addiction mainly affect young populations?
No. Substance abuse and addiction is increasing in the elder population. It has
been predicted that "SUD rates among people older than 50 years are projected
to increase from about 2.8 million in 2006 to 5.7 million in 2020."
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What substances are abused by older adults?
Older adults mainly abuse alcohol, prescription medications and illicit drugs.
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are some signs of SUD to watch for in the elder adult patients?
Alienating loved ones, solitary behaviors and social isolation
The body, breath or clothing carry a strange odor
Changes in eating and sleeping habits
Deteriorating personal grooming habits
,Confusion and depression
Memory loss
Mood swings
Poor coordination or loss of balance
The pupils unusually dilated or constricted
Bloodshot eyes
Slurred speech
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are some Risk Factors for prescription medication misuse/abuse by older
adults?
Female
Social isolation
History of psychiatric or substance use disorder PolypharmacyChronic medical
problems
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
It is ok for an older adults to consume 2-3 drinks a day. True/False
False. Amounts consumed safely when younger may prove to be harmful over the
age of 65 due to reduced tolerance. More than 2 drinks in women and 3 drinks in
men for a single occasion, is considered binge drinking for this age group,
according to SAMHSA and can be unhealthy and harmful.
, (Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are the most common illicit substances abused by older adults?
Cocaine (roughly 50 to 60 percent of cases)
Heroin (roughly 25 percent)
Marijuana (roughly 20 percent)
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are the medications classes most frequently abused by older adults?
Opioid pain relievers ,
Benzodiazepine and
Prescription sleeping pills
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are the best treatment options for the elderly with substance abuse?
A collaborative and individualized treatment approach which addresses the full
spectrum of the person's needs, including chronic health and medical conditions,
co-occurring disorders, financial troubles, the lack of a social support system and
physical and nutritional health deficits.
Patho EXAM| COMPREHENSIVE QUESTION BANK
WITH QUESTIONS ALL WITH CORRECT VERIFIED
ANSWERS FOR GUARANTEED CERTIFICATION
EXCELLENCE
Does substance abuse and addiction mainly affect young populations?
No. Substance abuse and addiction is increasing in the elder population. It has
been predicted that "SUD rates among people older than 50 years are projected
to increase from about 2.8 million in 2006 to 5.7 million in 2020."
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What substances are abused by older adults?
Older adults mainly abuse alcohol, prescription medications and illicit drugs.
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are some signs of SUD to watch for in the elder adult patients?
Alienating loved ones, solitary behaviors and social isolation
The body, breath or clothing carry a strange odor
Changes in eating and sleeping habits
Deteriorating personal grooming habits
,Confusion and depression
Memory loss
Mood swings
Poor coordination or loss of balance
The pupils unusually dilated or constricted
Bloodshot eyes
Slurred speech
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are some Risk Factors for prescription medication misuse/abuse by older
adults?
Female
Social isolation
History of psychiatric or substance use disorder PolypharmacyChronic medical
problems
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
It is ok for an older adults to consume 2-3 drinks a day. True/False
False. Amounts consumed safely when younger may prove to be harmful over the
age of 65 due to reduced tolerance. More than 2 drinks in women and 3 drinks in
men for a single occasion, is considered binge drinking for this age group,
according to SAMHSA and can be unhealthy and harmful.
, (Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are the most common illicit substances abused by older adults?
Cocaine (roughly 50 to 60 percent of cases)
Heroin (roughly 25 percent)
Marijuana (roughly 20 percent)
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are the medications classes most frequently abused by older adults?
Opioid pain relievers ,
Benzodiazepine and
Prescription sleeping pills
(Substance Abuse and Addiction, 2019).
What are the best treatment options for the elderly with substance abuse?
A collaborative and individualized treatment approach which addresses the full
spectrum of the person's needs, including chronic health and medical conditions,
co-occurring disorders, financial troubles, the lack of a social support system and
physical and nutritional health deficits.
