PreTest

What signs/symptoms are included in the opioid overdose triad? (Select all that apply)

Registered nurses with a BSN are more likely to correctly provide appropriate opioid discharge teaching than those with an associates degree.

True

False

Which behaviors are often seen in an addicted patient seeking opioids (Select all that apply)

Assertive, aggressive, and/or demanding behavior

Claims to be allergic to non-narcotic pain relievers

Uses slang terms for controlled substances (i.e. perc-10)

Claims medication has been lost or stolen

Says regular physician is "unavailable" to respond to their medical needs

Once risk factors for addiction have been identified, the most appropriate response for the healthcare professional is:

Deny care

Provide only non-addicting medications for control of pain

Use caution when prescribing controlled substance medications

Provide whatever medication the patient needs and refer to drug treatment center after discharge

A characteristic indicating a higher risk for medication abuse is:

Older age

History of childhood sexual abuse

Maternal history of bipolar disorder

Cancer diagnosis

Hyperalgesia is a symptom of opioid addiction that is commonly defined as

The increase in pain sensitization

A heightened arousal syndrome

A prodrome to withdrawal from opioids

Hallucinations occuring from opioid withdrawal

Main factor that impedes health care delivery to substance abusing patients is

Patient history of violence

Manipulation of the system by patient

Attitude of health care professionals

Patient lack of motivation

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