Deck 14: Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

Question 1

Which of the following diagnoses is not an alcohol-related disorder in DSM-5?

A)Alcohol dependence
B)Alcohol use
C)Alcohol intoxication
D)Alcohol-induced psychotic disorder
True/False:

Answer 1

A

Question 2

Caffeine withdrawal may be diagnosed even in the absence of clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Which of the following is considered a common cocaine withdrawal reaction:

A)Euphoria
B)Temporary psychosis
C)Seizures
D)Depression

Answer 3

D

Question 4

After alcohol, which of the following is generally considered to be the most commonly abused substance:

A)Hallucinogens
B)Barbiturates
C)Amphetamines
D)Major tranquilizers

Question 5

According to the DSM-5, all of the following are diagnostic criteria for considering a diagnosis of alcohol use except:

A)Continuous use in spite of negative consequences
B)Use of alcohol in situations in which its use is known to be physically hazardous
C)Recurrent substance-related legal problems
D)A need for increased amounts of alcohol to achieve intoxication

Question 6

When a drug interferes with a person's functioning or disrupts the person's relationships with others, this is known as:

A)Use
B)Tolerance
C)Withdrawal
D)Other or unknown)substance-induced disorder

Question 7

The overall symptom picture listed for "hallucinogen-related disorders" are the same as those listed for the disorders of most other substance classes with one exception. Which of the following does not apply as a category associated with hallucinogen use?

A)Withdrawal
B)Tolerance
C)A desire to or unsuccessful efforts to cut down or control use of the substance
D)A strong desire, craving, or urge to use the substance

Question 8

Which of the following makes alcoholism hard to diagnose among the elderly population:

A)Alcoholism is too common in the elderly to be clearly diagnosed in terms of relevant symptoms
B)The elderly have a higher tolerance for alcohol
C)The physical symptoms of problem drinking found in elderly persons are different from a younger aged population
D)None of these

Question 9

Someone receiving medically supervised treatment may meet enough other criteria to be diagnosed with substance use disorder.

Question 10

Research has shown that women generally get drunker than men on the same amount of alcohol because:

A)They have a genetically determined adverse reaction to small amounts of alcohol
B)The effects may vary with the time of day because of the woman's circadian rhythms
C)Their responses to a drug vary due to their personality traits
D)Women are generally smaller, on average, and their bodies metabolize alcohol differently

Question 11

In DSM-5 substance use disorder replaces the earlier DSM-IV-TR diagnoses of substance abuse and substance dependence.

Question 12

Cocaine and methamphetamine are no longer in separate classes in DSM-5 but have been combined into a new class, stimulants.

Question 13

Which of the following substances is most likely associated with using several substances?

A)Alcohol
B)Cannabis
C)Tobacco
D)MDMA or ecstasy

Question 14

All of the following are symptoms of alcohol intoxication except:

A)Slurred speech
B)Incoordination
C)Nausea or vomiting
D)Involuntary eye movement

Question 15

DSM-5 includes non-substance related disorders. Which of the following qualify as a diagnosable condition under this classification?

A)Internet gaming disorder
B)Electronic communication addiction disorder
C)Gambling disorder
D)Compulsive computer use disorder

Question 16

Which of the following statements is not true:

A)Cocaine and some amphetamines are illegal stimulants
B)The two drugs that interfere with the formation of new long term memories are marijuana and alcohol
C)Three types of depressant drugs are barbiturates, tranquilizers, and alcohol
D)Alcohol is a legal recreational substance that acts as a stimulant on the central nervous system

Question 17

In DSM-5, if someone experiences tolerance and withdrawal during medically supervised treatment, this can be counted toward the diagnosis of a substance use disorder.

Question 18

Katherine Anderson is a 25 year-old college student who was brought to the hospital emergency room after she had been seen ingesting some kind of pills at a sorority party earlier in the evening. As the party continued, she became increasingly confused and at one point had a seizure which prompted the emergency room visit. On evaluation, Katherine was tachycaridc, hypertensive, and her pupils were dilated. Throughout the exam she was fidgety, and smiling to herself. When asked, Katherine knew her name and was oriented to time, and place but admitted to hearing voices "but only when I'm partying." What would be the most likely diagnosis to consider for Katherine?

A)Stimulant use disorder
B)Stimulant intoxication with perceptual disturbances
C)Stimulant-induced psychotic disorder
D)Stimulant-induced manic episode

Question 19

Korsakoff's disease, a disorder associated with long-term alcohol abuse, is a type of:

A)Amnestic syndrome
B)Endocrine disorder
C)Organic delusional syndrome
D)Convulsive disorder

Question 20

Chloe Lock's attorney suggested that she seek counseling after her second DUI. The charges were made after she was arrested while driving under the influence of alcohol. Chloe's relationship with her husband has gradually deteriorated over the past year and primarily around arguments over her ongoing alcohol use. Chloe's typical response to her husband's concerns goes something like, "Alcohol is perfectly legal so what's the big deal?" Chloe has continued her pattern of drinking since her last DUI. What is the most appropriate diagnosis to consider?

A)Alcohol use
B)Alcohol intoxication
C)Alcohol withdrawal
D)Unspecified alcohol-related disorder

Question 21

People who are searching for escape and euphoria will find a way to abuse any mood-altering drug.

Question 22

Genes may affect how much a person needs to drink before feeling "high."