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Treating Substance Use in Older Adults Quiz

Treating Substance Use in Older Adults Quiz

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Question 1 of 18

What is the term for stereotyping and/or discrimination of a person or group based on age? 

A

Racism

B

Ageism

C

Sexism

D

Prejudice

Question 2 of 18

What are some considerations regarding older adults and ageism? 

A

Social spaces

B

Promotion of positive aging

C

Culture

D

All of the above

Question 3 of 18

According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, how many older adults report a substance use disorder in the last year? 

A

1 million

B

500,000

C

4 million

D

100,000

Question 4 of 18

Which substances are the most abused ones among seniors? 

A

Marijuana and alcohol

B

Alcohol and methamphetamines

C

Alcohol and opioids

D

Opioids and marijuana

Question 5 of 18

In the same study as above, what percentage of seniors report binge drinking in the last month? 

A

3

B

5

C

7

D

10

Question 6 of 18

In addition to illicit drugs, seniors also report abusing which of the following substances? 

A

Diet aids

B

Muscle relaxers

C

Sedatives

D

Both B and C

Question 7 of 18

Which of the following would not be an indication of possible substance abuse in an older adult? 

A

Newfound interest in socialization

B

Unexplained chronic pain

C

Frequent falls

D

Irritability or aggression

Question 8 of 18

Older adult late onset substance abusers are usually motivated to excessively use by: 

A

There is no such thing as a late onset substance abuser

B

Life stressors that often appear later in life

C

Poor relationship with a spouse

D

A desire to have a wild life

Question 9 of 18

In the DSM-5 criteria for substance use, a substance is taken in large amounts or over a longer period than intended. What specific consideration regarding older adults relates to this criterion? 

A

Cognitive impairment can prevent adequate self-monitoring

B

There are no specific considerations regarding older adults and this criterion

C

Older adults are not disciplined enough to monitor their use

D

Cultural factors can influence the amount of substance consumption

Question 10 of 18

Regarding alcohol use, older adults can experience which of the following unique effects? 

A

Changes in tolerance

B

Roles and responsibilities

C

Social/interpersonal relationships

D

All of the above

Question 11 of 18

Which gender is most impacted by prescription substance abuse? 

A

Males

B

Females

C

Both genders are equally impacted

D

There is no difference in impact with males or females

Question 12 of 18

In the opening vignette featuring Jeff, what life event precipitated his increased drinking? 

A

Death of wife

B

Moving to a new city

C

Retirement

D

A traumatic experience

Question 13 of 18

Which of the following factors contributes to difficulties in problem detection of older adult substance abuse? 

A

Health care professionals do not routinely ask older adults about substance use

B

There are no reliable or validated instruments for assessing older adult substance use

C

Older adults are typically around too many people to be properly assessed

D

Older adults will not divulge substance use if asked due to pride and secrecy

Question 14 of 18

People 65 and older consume more prescribed and over-the-counter drugs than any other age group in the United States

A

True

B

False

Question 15 of 18

Older adults report not wanting to focus on developing coping skills in treatment

A

True

B

False

Question 16 of 18

It is recommended that family members should also be involved in substance abuse assessment and treatment.

A

True

B

False

Question 17 of 18

Age-related stigma and discrimination are not barriers to older adults receiving healthcare. 

A

True

B

False

Question 18 of 18

The number of long term substance abusers is not projected to steadily grow in the next 20 years.

A

True

B

False

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