SimPRENA

1 . Empathetic communication is unnecessary when dealing with drug-seeking patients.

True

False

2 . Recognizing non-verbal cues such as pacing and fidgeting can help identify drug-seeking behaviour.

True

False

3 . Setting clear boundaries with patients who display drug-seeking behaviour can prevent manipulation.

True

False

4 . It’s important to avoid offering alternatives to pain medication when managing drug-seeking behaviour.

True

False

5 . Drug-seeking behaviour can always be identified by a patient’s outward appearance or tone of voice.

True

False

6 . Effective communication techniques in managing manipulative behaviour include all of the following EXCEPT:

Maintaining professional boundaries

Developing a firm yet empathetic approach

Ignoring patient history and medical records

7 . Which behaviour is described as "fawning" in the context of manipulative tactics?

Threatening to escalate the situation legally

Excessive praise or flirtation to gain favour

Playing the victim and claiming discrimination

8 . What is the role of a patient’s medical records in managing drug-seeking behaviour?

To provide immediate solutions to medication requests

To help track patterns and inconsistencies in reported pain or treatment

To ignore past diagnoses in favour of treating current symptoms

9 . Which of the following is a sign of drug-seeking behaviour?

The patient consistently asks for specific medications by name

The patient expresses concern about side effects

The patient follows the prescribed treatment plan consistently

10 . What should be the first step when encountering a potentially manipulative patient?

Give them the medication they ask for

Listen actively to understand their needs

Ignore their request and move on to another patient