Linton: Introduction to Medical-Surgical Nursing, 6th Edition
Chapter 57: Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
Open-Book Quiz
NAME: ________________________________________
1. Explain why the medical community considers drug dependency to be a physical
2. Name and describe the typical defense mechanisms used by substance abusers. (See
3. What are the drugs most likely to be identified using a urine drug screening? (See p.
4. Alcohol withdrawal can be divided into what two stages? (See p. 1313 in your
6. Explain the nursing interventions during the detoxification process. (See p. 1314 in
your textbook.)
9. Describe the symptoms appearing in an individual under the influence of inhalants.
10. Explain the use of methadone, clonidine, and naloxone as medications for the