18 Questions
What is the primary purpose of the MAST-G screening tool?
To identify drinking problems among older adults
What is the cutoff score indicating hazardous alcohol use in the general adult population, as per the AUDIT?
8
Which screening tool is specifically designed to assess drug use across all substances, including tobacco and illegal drugs?
DAST
What is the sensitivity of the MAST-G screening tool?
95%
What is the purpose of the SMAST-G screening tool?
A shorter, 10-item version of the MAST-G
Which screening tool is developed by the World Health Organization to assess for excessive drinking?
AUDIT
What is the primary purpose of the DAST assessment tool?
To assess non-medical use of drugs and illicit drugs during the past 12 months
What is the cutoff score for high risk of opioid misuse on the Opioid Risk Tool (ORT)?
8 or higher
Which of the following tools is used to predict aberrant behaviors in opioid-treated patients?
Opioid Risk Tool (ORT)
What is the primary focus of the SOAPP screening tool?
Screening for opioid misuse in patients with pain
Which of the following tools is available from the NIH at https://www.drugabuse.gov/nidamedmedical-health-professionals/screening-tools-resources/chartscreening-tools?
Opioid Risk Tool (ORT)
What is the primary purpose of the COMM screening tool?
To measure current opioid misuse in patients
What is the primary reason people take drugs, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse?
To feel good or experience pleasure
What is the defining characteristic of Substance Use Disorder, as described in the DSM V?
Uncontrolled use of a substance despite negative consequences
What is a key challenge in assessing substance use in older adults?
Difficulty in distinguishing between substance use and substance use disorder
What is the primary purpose of opioid misuse risk assessment?
To predict the risk of developing a substance use disorder
What is the focus of substance abuse treatment in older adults?
Enhancing ability to function in day-to-day life
What is a critical aspect of screening tools for alcohol use in older adults?
Evaluating the impact of substance use on daily life
Assess your knowledge of the Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST), a tool used to evaluate non-medical drug use and opioid misuse. This quiz covers the DAST's application in population screening, clinical case finding, and treatment evaluation research.
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