SAP Substance Abuse Diagnosis 2

Question 1

According to DSM-5, how many criteria must be met within a 12-month period to diagnose a moderate Alcohol Use Disorder?

Accepted Answer

4-5 criteria

Answer

DSM-5 defines moderate AUD as meeting 4-5 of the 11 diagnostic criteria within a 12-month period.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT one of the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for a Substance Use Disorder?

Accepted Answer

Experiencing a single episode of intoxication

Answer

A single episode of intoxication alone does not meet any DSM-5 criterion for a Substance Use Disorder.

Question 3

A DOT-regulated employee tests positive for marijuana metabolites. The SAP's role in diagnosis includes:

Accepted Answer

Determining if the employee has a diagnosable Cannabis Use Disorder

Answer

The SAP must conduct a face-to-face clinical evaluation to determine if a diagnosable SUD or alcohol problem exists.

Question 4

When differentiating between substance dependence and substance abuse under older DSM-IV criteria (still referenced in some training), the hallmark feature of dependence was:

Accepted Answer

Tolerance and/or withdrawal

Answer

Under DSM-IV, physiological dependence marked by tolerance and/or withdrawal was the distinguishing feature of a dependence diagnosis.

Question 5

An employee presents with blackouts, morning drinking to steady nerves, and repeated failed attempts to cut down. Which DSM-5 severity level is MOST consistent with this presentation?

Accepted Answer

Severe AUD (6+ criteria)

Answer

Multiple impaired-control, risky-use, and pharmacological criteria being met together points to severe Alcohol Use Disorder.

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SAP Substance Abuse Diagnosis 2