CIP Substance Use Disorders & Co-occurring Conditions Flashcards

According to the DSM-5, a substance use disorder diagnosis requires:

Answer: At least 2 of 11 criteria within a 12-month period

The DSM-5 requires meeting at least 2 of 11 specified criteria within a 12-month period to diagnose a substance use disorder.

Which of the following BEST describes 'cross-tolerance' relevant to a CIP's intervention planning?

Answer: Tolerance developed to one substance reduces the effect of a chemically similar substance

Cross-tolerance occurs when tolerance to one substance reduces the effectiveness of pharmacologically similar substances, affecting treatment planning.

A CIP should recognize that alcohol withdrawal can be medically dangerous because it may cause:

Answer: Seizures and delirium tremens (DTs)

Alcohol withdrawal can cause life-threatening seizures and delirium tremens, making medical supervision essential for heavy drinkers.

When a client has a co-occurring mood disorder and substance use disorder, this is referred to as:

Answer: Dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders

Co-occurring substance use disorder and mental health disorder is termed dual diagnosis, requiring integrated treatment approaches.

Which drug class is associated with the HIGHEST risk of fatal overdose in the current US opioid crisis?

Answer: Synthetic opioids, particularly illicitly manufactured fentanyl

Illicitly manufactured fentanyl and its analogs are responsible for the majority of opioid overdose deaths in the current US crisis.

During intervention planning for a client using opioids, the CIP should ensure the family knows about:

Answer: Naloxone (Narcan) access and administration for overdose reversal

Educating family members about naloxone access and use is a critical harm reduction component when opioid use is present.