FA Davis Advantage: Substance Use and
Addictive Disorders Questions and
Answers Latest Version Graded A+
A nurse observes a patient with pinpoint pupils, drowsiness, and slowed breathing. What
substance is most likely involved?
A. Alcohol
✔✔ B. Opioids
C. Nicotine
D. Stimulants
Which neurotransmitter is most associated with the brain's reward system and addiction?
✔✔ A. Dopamine
B. Serotonin
C. GABA
D. Acetylcholine
What is the priority nursing action when a patient shows signs of opioid overdose?
✔✔ A. Administer naloxone
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,B. Offer food and water
C. Begin a detox program
D. Document vital signs only
Which behavior indicates a client is in the “precontemplation” stage of change?
✔✔ A. “I don’t think my drug use is a problem.”
B. “I’ve started cutting back on drinking.”
C. “I’m looking for rehab centers.”
D. “I’ve been sober for six months.”
What is the purpose of motivational interviewing in addiction care?
✔✔ A. To explore ambivalence and strengthen commitment to change
B. To confront the client directly
C. To provide disciplinary action
D. To focus only on past behaviors
What is one therapeutic effect of methadone in treating opioid addiction?
✔✔ A. Reduces cravings and withdrawal without the high
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, B. Enhances dopamine response
C. Blocks alcohol metabolism
D. Causes rapid detox
A client asks, “Why can’t I just quit cold turkey?” What is the nurse’s best response?
A. “Because it’s illegal.”
B. “Only doctors are allowed to help.”
✔✔ C. “Withdrawal symptoms can be severe and need medical supervision.”
D. “It’s not effective unless you’re hospitalized.”
Which symptom is most associated with alcohol withdrawal?
✔✔ A. Tremors, anxiety, and seizures
B. Pinpoint pupils and sedation
C. Increased appetite
D. Slurred speech and euphoria
What is a primary goal during the detoxification phase of substance abuse treatment?
✔✔ A. Safely manage withdrawal symptoms
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Addictive Disorders Questions and
Answers Latest Version Graded A+
A nurse observes a patient with pinpoint pupils, drowsiness, and slowed breathing. What
substance is most likely involved?
A. Alcohol
✔✔ B. Opioids
C. Nicotine
D. Stimulants
Which neurotransmitter is most associated with the brain's reward system and addiction?
✔✔ A. Dopamine
B. Serotonin
C. GABA
D. Acetylcholine
What is the priority nursing action when a patient shows signs of opioid overdose?
✔✔ A. Administer naloxone
1
,B. Offer food and water
C. Begin a detox program
D. Document vital signs only
Which behavior indicates a client is in the “precontemplation” stage of change?
✔✔ A. “I don’t think my drug use is a problem.”
B. “I’ve started cutting back on drinking.”
C. “I’m looking for rehab centers.”
D. “I’ve been sober for six months.”
What is the purpose of motivational interviewing in addiction care?
✔✔ A. To explore ambivalence and strengthen commitment to change
B. To confront the client directly
C. To provide disciplinary action
D. To focus only on past behaviors
What is one therapeutic effect of methadone in treating opioid addiction?
✔✔ A. Reduces cravings and withdrawal without the high
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, B. Enhances dopamine response
C. Blocks alcohol metabolism
D. Causes rapid detox
A client asks, “Why can’t I just quit cold turkey?” What is the nurse’s best response?
A. “Because it’s illegal.”
B. “Only doctors are allowed to help.”
✔✔ C. “Withdrawal symptoms can be severe and need medical supervision.”
D. “It’s not effective unless you’re hospitalized.”
Which symptom is most associated with alcohol withdrawal?
✔✔ A. Tremors, anxiety, and seizures
B. Pinpoint pupils and sedation
C. Increased appetite
D. Slurred speech and euphoria
What is a primary goal during the detoxification phase of substance abuse treatment?
✔✔ A. Safely manage withdrawal symptoms
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