Question 1

Which of the following best describes the philosophy of harm reduction in substance use?

Accepted Answer

A public health approach that aims to reduce health, social, and legal harms associated with substance use, without necessarily eliminating drug use.

Question 2

Naloxone is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Reverse opioid overdoses by blocking opioid receptors.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a social determinant of health relevant to harm reduction?

Accepted Answer

Genetic predisposition to addiction.

Question 4

A student volunteers with StreetWorks, helping distribute clean needles. This is an example of which harm reduction practice?

Accepted Answer

Needle Syringe Program.

Question 5

Which equation best represents the relationship between stigma ($$S$$), discrimination ($$D$$), and health outcomes ($$H) in $$the context of substance use?

Accepted Answer

$$H = \frac{1}{S + D}$$

Question 6

The 'Stages of Change' model includes which of the following steps?

Accepted Answer

Precontemplation, Contemplation, Preparation, Action, Maintenance

Question 7

Which historical event marked the beginning of drug criminalization in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Opium Act of 1908.

Question 8

A harm reduction approach is most likely to:

Accepted Answer

Meet people where they are at and support their identified needs.

Question 9

Which of the following is a key reason for integrating Indigenous solidarity into harm reduction and public health?

Accepted Answer

To address systemic inequities and support culturally relevant care.

Question 10

If a community implements wrap-around care for people who use drugs, which services are most likely included?

Accepted Answer

Primary care, counselling, case management, peer health navigation, and system navigation.

Question 11

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of bodily autonomy in harm reduction?

Accepted Answer

Allowing individuals to make informed choices about their substance use without coercion.

Question 12

A person is in the 'Contemplation' stage of the Transtheoretical Model of Behaviour Change. What is the most appropriate harm reduction intervention?

Accepted Answer

Provide information and support for planning change.

Question 13

Which of the following is a plausible outcome of criminalizing substance use?

Accepted Answer

Greater stigma and discrimination against people who use drugs.

Question 14

Which formula best represents the impact of harm reduction ($$HR) on $$overdose deaths ($$OD$$)?

Accepted Answer

$$OD = \frac{1}{HR}$$

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of stigma in the context of substance use?

Accepted Answer

Assuming people who use drugs are irresponsible or dangerous.

Question 16

A harm reduction program aims to reduce the transmission of HIV/AIDS. Which intervention is most effective?

Accepted Answer

Needle exchange programs.

Question 17

Which of the following best describes 'lived and living experience' in harm reduction?

Accepted Answer

Direct, personal experience with substance use and its impacts.

Question 18

Which equation best represents the relationship between wrap-around care ($$W$$), harm reduction ($$HR$$), and improved health outcomes ($$H$$)?

Accepted Answer

$$H = W + HR$$

Question 19

Which of the following is a plausible misconception about harm reduction?

Accepted Answer

Harm reduction encourages drug use.

Question 20

A student is planning to volunteer with REACH Niagara. Which of the following activities would they most likely participate in?

Accepted Answer

Monthly Naloxone trainings and outreach events.

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