CARN Patient Education & Support Strategies 2

Question 1

When educating a patient with low health literacy about opioid tapering, which communication strategy is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Use the teach-back method with simple, plain language

Answer

The teach-back method with plain language confirms patient understanding and is the gold standard for low-literacy populations.

Question 2

A patient in early recovery asks why they should avoid over-the-counter cough medicines containing dextromethorphan (DXM). What is the best explanation?

Accepted Answer

DXM has dissociative properties and abuse potential that can trigger relapse

Answer

DXM is a dissociative agent with significant abuse potential and can trigger relapse or cross-addiction in recovering individuals.

Question 3

Which approach best supports a patient's self-efficacy during addiction education sessions?

Accepted Answer

Setting small, achievable goals and celebrating incremental successes

Answer

Building self-efficacy through achievable goals and positive reinforcement strengthens a patient's belief in their ability to maintain recovery.

Question 4

A nurse is educating a patient about naloxone use. Which statement by the patient indicates a need for further teaching?

Accepted Answer

Naloxone will prevent withdrawal symptoms if I take it daily

Answer

Naloxone is an opioid antagonist used to reverse overdose, not to prevent withdrawal symptoms; using it as a daily preventative is incorrect.

Question 5

When providing education to a patient beginning buprenorphine therapy, the nurse should emphasize that sublingual films should be:

Accepted Answer

Held under the tongue until fully dissolved

Answer

Buprenorphine sublingual films must be held under the tongue until fully dissolved to ensure proper absorption through the sublingual mucosa.

(CARN) Certified Addictions Registered Nurse Practice Test

(CARN) Certified Addictions Registered Nurse Practice Test

CARN Patient Education & Support Strategies 2