Which of the following is an integrating agent used during the maintenance phase of treatment of alcoholism? mcq given below:
Q. Which of the following is an integrating agent used during the maintenance phase of treatment of alcoholism?(a) Naltrexone / |
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🍺 Maintenance Treatment of Alcoholism
✅ Answer: (d) Acamprosate
📖 What is Alcoholism?
Alcoholism is a condition in which a person has dependence on alcohol and difficulty controlling alcohol use.
🩺 What is the Maintenance Phase?
Maintenance means continuing treatment to prevent relapse (returning to alcohol use).
👉 The goal is to help the person remain alcohol-free after stopping alcohol.
💊 What is Acamprosate?
Acamprosate is a medication used in alcohol dependence treatment.
It helps:
- Maintain abstinence from alcohol
- Reduce craving for alcohol
- Support long-term recovery
❌ Why Other Options Are Wrong?
(a) Naltrexone
❌ Also used in alcohol dependence to reduce craving, but this question’s key answer for maintenance agent is Acamprosate.
(b) Calcium carbonate
❌ Antacid/calcium supplement, not used for alcoholism treatment.
(c) Disulfiram
❌ Causes an unpleasant reaction when alcohol is consumed and works as a deterrent (aversion therapy).
Alcohol dependence maintenance → Reduce craving → Acamprosate
📌 Disclaimer: For nursing exam preparation only. Medication selection depends on patient condition and clinical guidelines.
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