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asd123

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on: Jul 24, 2018
When working with families of substance abusers, the first objective of the health care team is probably to:
 
  a. identify the family enabler.
  b. identify obstacles to the client's recovery.
  c. restore hope to the client and family.
  d. have the family confront the abuser.

Question 2

The improper use of drugs or chemical substances that have been prescribed or acquired for a legitimate therapeutic or nonrecreational use is:
 
  a. habituation. c. substance dependence.
  b. cross-tolerance. d. substance misuse.


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Jsherida

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Reply #1 on: Jul 24, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Feedback
A Incorrect: Although this is important, it is not the first objective.
B Incorrect: Although this is important, it is not the first objective.
C Correct: Restoring hope to the client and family is the first objective.
D Incorrect: This is not the first objective, as this could negatively affect the client's success in recovering.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

Feedback
A Incorrect: The question does not describe habituation.
B Incorrect: The question does not define cross-tolerance.
C Incorrect: The question does not describe substance dependence.
D Correct: The question defines substance misuse.


asd123

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

carlsona147

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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