CAI CAI Substance Use Disorders and Treatment Options 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) in opioid use disorder?

Accepted Answer

To reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings while supporting recovery

Answer

MAT uses FDA-approved medications alongside counseling to reduce withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and the risk of overdose.

Question 2

Stimulant use disorder primarily involves which class of substances?

Accepted Answer

Cocaine and amphetamines

Answer

Stimulant use disorder encompasses problematic patterns involving cocaine, methamphetamine, and prescription amphetamines.

Question 3

What is 'cross-tolerance' in the context of substance use?

Accepted Answer

Tolerance developed to one drug that extends to drugs in the same class

Answer

Cross-tolerance occurs when tolerance to one substance (e.g., heroin) confers tolerance to other drugs in the same pharmacological class (e.g., morphine).

Question 4

Which statement about cannabis use disorder is accurate under DSM-5 criteria?

Accepted Answer

It can occur even without daily use if the pattern is problematic

Answer

Cannabis use disorder can be diagnosed whenever the DSM-5 criteria are met regardless of frequency, including non-daily problematic use.

Question 5

The CAGE questionnaire is used to screen for problematic use of which substance?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol

Answer

The CAGE questionnaire is a validated 4-question screening tool specifically designed to detect problematic alcohol use.

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CAI CAI Substance Use Disorders and Treatment Options 2