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fahad

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A home health nurse believes a client may be a drug addict. However, the client denies the use of drugs when questioned by the nurse. Which of the following is the most likely cause of the client's denial?
 
  a. Confusion resulting from dementia
  b. History of compulsive lying
  c. Mental status changes
  d. Use of addictive drugs

Question 2

A teacher sends a student to the school nurse because the student does not seem to be thinking clearly. The nurse notes that the student is having palpitations, as well as elevated pulse, blood pressure, temperature.
 
  Which of the following would most likely cause these symptoms?
  a. Alcohol
  b. Ecstasy (MDMA)
  c. Heroin
  d. Marijuana


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chjcharjto14

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: D

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B


fahad

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Reply #2 on: Jul 8, 2018
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