Test Your Knowledge

Preparing questions in advance can help patients to have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following detoxification-related questions:

1. Why do I need to undergo detoxification?
   
   
2. Am I at risk for serious withdrawal symptoms?
   
   
3. Do you suggest inpatient or outpatient detoxification for me?
   
   
4. What medications, if any, will I be given during detoxification?
   
   
5. How long is my detoxification likely to last?
   
   
6. Will I still experience withdrawal symptoms during detoxification? If so, how strong will they be?
   
   
7. How will my cravings be handled?
   
   
8. Won’t I get hooked on the medications used to help me get through withdrawal?
   
   
9. What continued treatment should I seek following my detoxification?