Author Question: Dependence is a term that refers to: 1. The presence and severity of withdrawal symptoms 2. ... (Read 86 times)

@Brianna17 · **on:** Jul 8, 2018

Dependence is a term that refers to:

1. The presence and severity of withdrawal symptoms
2. Necessary use of drugs to prevent withdrawal symptoms
3. The level of intoxication associated with addiction
4. The amount of substance needed to satisfy cravings

Question 2

An elderly female client was receiving home care after hospitalization for a cerebrovascular accident. After several weeks of physical and speech therapy, the client showed few signs of progress.

The utilization review committee considered the client's condition to be stable and declined reimbursement for further home care. This client may reverse the decision through a process called: 1. Development of explicit criteria
2. Appeal mechanism
3. Concurrent utilization review
4. Medicare reversal process

Anton · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 8, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2
Dependence refers to the necessary use of drugs to prevent withdrawal symptoms.

Answer to Question 2

3
This is a review of the necessity of services while care is being given.