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Addiction Technician Foundational Knowledge Flashcards

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  1. A client on methadone maintenance therapy misses three consecutive clinic visits. The FIRST action the addiction technician should take is:

    Answer: Attempt to contact the client to assess their safety and status

    Client safety is the priority; attempting to contact a client who has missed visits ensures they are safe and helps re-engage them in treatment.

  2. Which of the following is an example of a 'trigger' in addiction recovery?

    Answer: Attending a party where others are drinking

    A trigger is any person, place, thing, or emotion that evokes a craving or urge to use substances, such as attending social events associated with past use.

  3. The DSM-5 diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder requires meeting at least how many criteria within a 12-month period?

    Answer: 2

    The DSM-5 requires at least 2 of 11 criteria to be met within a 12-month period for a diagnosis of Alcohol Use Disorder.

  4. Which best describes the concept of 'relapse prevention' in addiction treatment?

    Answer: Teaching clients to identify high-risk situations and develop coping strategies

    Relapse prevention involves identifying high-risk situations, thought patterns, and behaviors, and developing specific coping strategies to maintain sobriety.

  5. A client reports feeling depressed and hopeless during their first month of sobriety. This MOST likely represents:

    Answer: Post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS) or adjustment to sobriety

    Mood disturbances including depression are common during early recovery as the brain adjusts to functioning without substances (PAWS).

  6. In group therapy for addiction, the role of the addiction technician facilitating the group is primarily to:

    Answer: Guide discussion, maintain safety, and support therapeutic processes

    The facilitator's role is to create a safe, therapeutic environment by guiding discussion, drawing out participation, and maintaining group boundaries.

  7. Which of the following substances is associated with the HIGHEST risk of fatal withdrawal without medical management?

    Answer: Alcohol

    Alcohol withdrawal can cause life-threatening seizures and delirium tremens, making it one of the most medically dangerous withdrawal syndromes.