A Latino male who is a recent immigrant to the US is referred to you by his sister due to his recent use of drugs. Do you:

a. ask for a urine analysis
b. explore immigration problems
c. take a history of drug use
d. refer for inpatient treatment


Answer: c. take a history of drug use

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a.is relatively simple, because the state and federal focus on agriculture has built homogenous societies. b.is becoming easier because rural communities are intensely interested in change. c.is made difficult by the focus of state and federal programs on agriculture. d.is little different than strengthening urban communities, except for the lower population density.

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According to Beck's research, hopelessness is a key factor in the assessment of risk for

suicide. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The prohibits states from delaying or denying adoption and foster placements on the basis of race or ethnicity

a) Promoting Safe and Stable Families program b) Multi-Ethnic Placement Act c) Adoption Assistance and Child Welfare Act d) Convention on the Rights of the Child

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