Question 1

Describe how suicide prevention efforts might extend beyond the social work interview.

Accepted Answer

Screening for depression as well as alcohol and drug use could be completed at all physical examinations since older adults tend to show up in medical offices more than mental health centers. Screening could also take place at workshops in religious institutions, especially true in some cultures as older persons would be more likely attend a suicide prevention workshop at a church rather than a mental health facility. Older adults could be encouraged at their places of work through workshops on retirement and financial planning to avert potential future stressors. Education for all of those who come in contact with older adults including post men, clerks and engineers in apartment buildings. Professional education for social workers is essential.

Question 2

The SBIRT model of screening involves:

Accepted Answer

A)  Extended treatment 
B)  Motivational interviewing 
C)  Therapist's role to instruct person to give up drinking 
D)  Is only usable in a doctor's office 
A)  Extended treatment 
B)  Motivational interviewing 
C)  Therapist's role to instruct person to give up drinking 
D)  Is only usable in a doctor's office B

Question 3

The criteria for defining a drink include:

Accepted Answer

A)  A drink is an 8-oz. glass of wine 
B)  Only hard liquor is considered 
C)  1.5 oz. of liquor 
D)  A pint of beer 
A)  A drink is an 8-oz. glass of wine 
B)  Only hard liquor is considered 
C)  1.5 oz. of liquor 
D)  A pint of beer C

Question 4

How can social workers be instrumental in changing the attitudes of health care professionals about drugs and alcohol use among older patients?

Accepted Answer

One role social workers can fill is offe

Question 5

How can symptoms of alcoholism be misinterpreted a dementia or age related physical changes?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol related impairments may include

Question 6

What is relationship between Black men and alcohol dependence?

Accepted Answer

Black men may actually drink less than W

Question 7

The problem with the SMAST-G is:

Accepted Answer

A)  It is not evidenced based 
B)  relies on people telling the truth about their drinking 
C)  it only addresses social drinking patterns 
D)  the instrument is not easily available 
A)  It is not evidenced based 
B)  relies on people telling the truth about their drinking 
C)  it only addresses social drinking patterns 
D)  the instrument is not easily available

Question 8

Risk factors for addiction to prescription and over the counter drugs:

Accepted Answer

A)  Opioids are freely given for pain 
B)  People aren't aware of the reasons for a prescription 
C)  Doctor shopping and the accumulation of prescriptions 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Opioids are freely given for pain 
B)  People aren't aware of the reasons for a prescription 
C)  Doctor shopping and the accumulation of prescriptions 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

Most women over 65 don't drink but for those that do they are more likely to become problem drinkers. Why?

Accepted Answer

Women's bodies may be more vulnerable to

Question 10

Which factor is not a possible risk for alcohol dependence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Family history 
B)  Social isolation 
C)  Binge drinking in college 
D)  Lower socioeconomic groups 
A)  Family history 
B)  Social isolation 
C)  Binge drinking in college 
D)  Lower socioeconomic groups

Question 11

Describe a program you would devise to assist older adults at risk for suicide?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive Programs could be develope

Question 12

Suicide among older adults:

Accepted Answer

A)  Is less common than among teenagers 
B)  Attempts are higher, but completion is lower among older adults 
C)  Women are more likely to commit suicide 
D)  Depression is among the most serious risk factors for suicide 
A)  Is less common than among teenagers 
B)  Attempts are higher, but completion is lower among older adults 
C)  Women are more likely to commit suicide 
D)  Depression is among the most serious risk factors for suicide

Question 13

Describe the difference between early and late onset alcoholism.

Accepted Answer

Early onset alcoholism begins prior to a

Question 14

Motivational interviewing techniques:

Accepted Answer

A)  Includes 7 stages of change 
B)  All actions for change are directed by provider 
C)  May begin with a denial that drinking is problem 
D)  Is only effective if done in an emergency situation 
A)  Includes 7 stages of change 
B)  All actions for change are directed by provider 
C)  May begin with a denial that drinking is problem 
D)  Is only effective if done in an emergency situation

Question 15

What are the barriers to treatment for late life alcoholism?

Accepted Answer

Since there are no legal or social conse

Question 16

How are social factors related to suicide? The two main social factors are social connectedness and stressful life event.

Accepted Answer

Two social factors include social connec

Question 17

Most alcoholism among older adults:

Accepted Answer

A)  Started early before age 40 
B)  Started in late life 
C)  Started as recreational use 
D)  Is the result of having higher incomes in later life 
A)  Started early before age 40 
B)  Started in late life 
C)  Started as recreational use 
D)  Is the result of having higher incomes in later life

Question 18

Ethical concerns regarding suicide:

Accepted Answer

A)  Should focus on client self determination 
B)  Should protect the confidentiality of the client 
C)  Require that social workers suspend rules of confidentiality 
D)  Should prevent the social worker from telling the client about exceptions to confidentiality 
A)  Should focus on client self determination 
B)  Should protect the confidentiality of the client 
C)  Require that social workers suspend rules of confidentiality 
D)  Should prevent the social worker from telling the client about exceptions to confidentiality

Question 19

Describe the ethical dilemma social workers face in assessing older adults who may self-harm.

Accepted Answer

Social workers are mandated to report si

Question 20

Treatment approaches for drug and alcohol dependency include all except:

Accepted Answer

A)  Moving to a different neighborhood 
B)  Changing the dosage on prescriptions 
C)  Consolidate prescriptions at one pharmacy 
D)  Group approaches 
A)  Moving to a different neighborhood 
B)  Changing the dosage on prescriptions 
C)  Consolidate prescriptions at one pharmacy 
D)  Group approaches

Describe how suicide prevention efforts might extend beyond the social work interview.

The SBIRT model of screening involves:

The criteria for defining a drink include:

How can social workers be instrumental in changing the attitudes of health care professionals about drugs and alcohol use among older patients?

How can symptoms of alcoholism be misinterpreted a dementia or age related physical changes?

What is relationship between Black men and alcohol dependence?

The problem with the SMAST-G is:

Risk factors for addiction to prescription and over the counter drugs:

Most women over 65 don't drink but for those that do they are more likely to become problem drinkers. Why?

Which factor is not a possible risk for alcohol dependence?

Describe a program you would devise to assist older adults at risk for suicide?

Suicide among older adults:

Describe the difference between early and late onset alcoholism.

Motivational interviewing techniques:

What are the barriers to treatment for late life alcoholism?

How are social factors related to suicide? The two main social factors are social connectedness and stressful life event.

Most alcoholism among older adults:

Ethical concerns regarding suicide:

Describe the ethical dilemma social workers face in assessing older adults who may self-harm.

Treatment approaches for drug and alcohol dependency include all except:

The Context of Social Work Practice With Older Adults

Biological Changes and the Physical Well-Being of Older Adults

Psychosocial Adjustments to Aging

Conducting a Biopsychosocial Assessment

Differential Assessment and Diagnosis of Cognitive and Emotional Problems of Older Adults

Interventions for Depression, Anxiety, and Dementia in Older Adults

Complementary and Alternative Approaches to Treating Socioemotional Conditions in Older Adults

Social Work Practice in Identifying and Preventing Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults

The Role of Spirituality in Social Work With Older Adults

Advance Care Planning and End-Of-Life Care for Older Adults

Working With Older Adults Support Systems in Caregiving

Community Programs to Support Aging in Place: Age-Friendly Communities, Transportation, and Housing

Income Programs, Health Insurance, and Support Services for Older Adults: Challenges and Opportunities

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Exam 8: Substance Abuse and Suicide Prevention in Older Adults

Describe how suicide prevention efforts might extend beyond the social work interview.

The SBIRT model of screening involves:

The criteria for defining a drink include:

How can social workers be instrumental in changing the attitudes of health care professionals about drugs and alcohol use among older patients?

How can symptoms of alcoholism be misinterpreted a dementia or age related physical changes?

What is relationship between Black men and alcohol dependence?

The problem with the SMAST-G is:

Risk factors for addiction to prescription and over the counter drugs:

Most women over 65 don't drink but for those that do they are more likely to become problem drinkers. Why?

Which factor is not a possible risk for alcohol dependence?

Describe a program you would devise to assist older adults at risk for suicide?

Suicide among older adults:

Describe the difference between early and late onset alcoholism.

Motivational interviewing techniques:

What are the barriers to treatment for late life alcoholism?

How are social factors related to suicide? The two main social factors are social connectedness and stressful life event.

Most alcoholism among older adults:

Ethical concerns regarding suicide:

Describe the ethical dilemma social workers face in assessing older adults who may self-harm.

Treatment approaches for drug and alcohol dependency include all except:

The Context of Social Work Practice With Older Adults

Biological Changes and the Physical Well-Being of Older Adults

Psychosocial Adjustments to Aging

Conducting a Biopsychosocial Assessment

Differential Assessment and Diagnosis of Cognitive and Emotional Problems of Older Adults

Interventions for Depression, Anxiety, and Dementia in Older Adults

Complementary and Alternative Approaches to Treating Socioemotional Conditions in Older Adults

Social Work Practice in Identifying and Preventing Abuse and Neglect of Older Adults

The Role of Spirituality in Social Work With Older Adults

Advance Care Planning and End-Of-Life Care for Older Adults

Working With Older Adults Support Systems in Caregiving

Community Programs to Support Aging in Place: Age-Friendly Communities, Transportation, and Housing

Income Programs, Health Insurance, and Support Services for Older Adults: Challenges and Opportunities

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