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Question 1 of 5

An important sociocultural variable that has been cited in the increased use of cigarettes has been

A. the role of the family in providing implicit messages regarding smoking.

B. rebound effects from the end of 'just say no' campaigns.

C. the media and advertising.

D. the restriction of places where one may smoke.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: the media and advertising.

Question 2 of 5

Matt is experiencing the following symptoms after taking a drug: he feels an initial rush of ecstasy, has great self-confidence and has lost all his worries and fears. At the same time, he is feeling drowsy and relaxed. Which of the following drugs is Matt most likely to have taken?

A. Heroin

B. Alcohol

C. Marijuana

D. Cocaine

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Heroin

Question 3 of 5

The criteria for substance use disorder in the DSM-5 include all of the following EXCEPT

A. failure to meet obligations.

B. repeated legal problems having to do with substance use.

C. repeated sales of illegal substances.

D. tolerance.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: repeated sales of illegal substances.

Question 4 of 5

Which client and family teaching is most important regarding the cause of substance addiction?

A. An individual's social and cultural environment can be implicated in the cause of substance addiction.

B. Biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors can all be implicated in the cause of substance addiction.

C. Evidence of a genetic link accounts for most cases of substance addiction.

D. Reinforcing properties of the substance encourage progression from use to addiction.

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors can all be implicated in the cause of substance addiction.

Question 5 of 5

Which of the following is considered an adverse childhood experience that may increase the risk an individual will develop a substance use disorder?

A. Frequent falls and accidents

B. Parent with a substance use disorder

C. Decreased athletic participation

D. Inability to read at the developmental milestone

Expert Explanatory Rationale

Correct Answer: Parent with a substance use disorder

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