Jose is a Latino client who presents with occupational difficulties. He was laid off from a construction job 8 months ago and has been unable to find work. Ever since he lost his job, he has been drinking alcohol heavily throughout the day. He also reports “occasional” marijuana use. Jose recently was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and has to appear in court next month. His wife is angry with him because she depends on him to pick up their 3 children from school, and now he may lose his driver’s license. Jose has always been a hard worker, but he admits that there were times that he often drank alcohol while working on construction jobs to eliminate his stress. He reports having intermittent episodes of anxiety since adolescence.
Jose reports “occasional” cannabis use. What diagnosis might be given?
A. F12.10 Cannabis Use Disorder, Mild
B. F12.20 Cannabis Use Disorder, Moderate
C. F18.129 Inhalant Intoxication, with Mild Use Disorder
D. F14.23 Cocaine Withdrawal
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Your teacher wants to know what you think, not what I think. If you can propose an answer, someone here might be able to check it.
That makes sense to me. A could also be correct. Your text, undoubtedly, makes the distinction between A and C. I haven't read your text, so I don't know what it is. You have. If C seems to be the best answer, based on your text materials, go with it.
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