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tiara099

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The DSM-IV describes criteria for a diagnosis of Nicotine Withdrawal. This criteria includes, in addition to abrupt cessation:
 
  a. the use of nicotine more days than not
  b. daily use of nicotine for at least several weeks
  c. the use of at least two packs of cigarettes or its equivalent daily
  d. hourly cravings for nicotine

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An inpatient with paranoid schizophrenia says to a nurse, My roommate is plotting with others to have me killed Which is the most appropriate nursing response?
 
  A) Your roommate is a very nice person. Tell me why you feel this way.
  B) What would make you think such a thing?
  C) No one is trying to kill you.
  D) Knowing your roommate, I would not be surprised


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
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DSM-IV-TR describes the criteria for Nicotine Withdrawal as daily use of nicotine for at least several weeks. Other criteria include the abrupt cessation or reduction of use followed within 24 hours by four or more of the following symptoms: dysphoria or depression, insomnia, irritability, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, restlessness, decreased heart rate, increased appetite, or weight gain.

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tiara099

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Excellent

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