What is the easiest way for a nurse to screen for persons who have or are at risk for developing alcohol- or drug-related problems?
a. A laboratory test, which, although somewhat expensive, is very accurate
b. Having teachers watch for inappropriate, inebriated behaviors in the classroom
c. Paper-and-pencil tests concerning self-report of personal habits
d. Testing a hair sample, which is nonintrusive and relatively inexpensive
Question 2
What intervention is considered the most effective approach for getting an addict into treatment?
a. Arranging a planned confrontation from people with leverage
b. Taking the addict to the emergency department for a psychiatric admission
c. Calling the police and having the addict taken to jail
d. Waiting until the addict recognizes the need for treatment
Focus on older adults - risk for infection
Selected High-Risk Drugs for Older Adults
Risk assessment analyzes
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