IC&RC Prevention Specialist Exam Prep Questions with Correct Answers

IC&RC Prevention Specialist Exam Prep Questions with Correct Answers What three natural narcotics are derived from the opium poppy? a. Opium, morphine and codeine b. morphine, opium, Xanax c. Codeine, methadone and opium d. Morphine, angel dust, codeine - Answer-Opium, morphine and codeine When obtaining support of community members to deal with a substance use/misuse issue, it is important to recruit people who (A) need to be convinced that the substance use/misuse issue is a problem. (B) are already interested in addressing the concern. (C) presently use the substance. (D) have children who are at risk of using the drug. - Answer-(B) are already interested in addressing the concern. The most expensive and scientifically valid and reliable approach to conducting a needs assessment is through: a. key informant surveys b. community forums and hearings c. a survey d. social indicators - Answer-a survey Effective continuing education programs for Prevention Specialists should (A) bring together a diverse staff. (B) develop and maintain relationships with students. (C) combine academic and community approaches. (D) combine academic and experiential learning. - Answer-(D) combine academic and experiential learning. Planning for a substance use/misuse prevention program starts with (A) assessing the level of substance use/misuse in the community. (B) selecting a school-based prevention curriculum. (C) convening a meeting of stakeholders. (D) offering multiple interventions across the community. - Answer-(A) assessing the level of substance use/misuse in the community.