Which of the following populations are at risk for substance abuse? Select all that apply
a. Adolescents
b. Older adults
c. Health care providers
d. Individuals with acute pain
e. Dual-diagnosis psychiatric patients
f. Vietnam veterans
g. Individuals with chronic pain
h. Athletes
ANS: A, B, C, E, F, G, H
A number of populations are at risk for substance abuse: adolescents, older adults, health care providers, dual-diagnosis psychiatric patients, Vietnam veterans, individuals with chronic pain, and athletes. Individuals with acute pain, which is usually of limited duration, are not considered to be at risk for substance abuse.
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