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yoroshambo

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A nurse wants to research epidemiology, assessment techniques, and best practices regarding persons with addictions. Which resource will provide the most comprehensive information?
 
  a. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
  b. Institute of Medicine  National Research Council (IOM)
  c. National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN)
  d. American Society of Addictions Medicine

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A patient is thin, tense, jittery, and has dilated pupils. The patient says, My heart is pounding in my chest. I need help. The patient allows vital signs to be taken but then becomes suspicious and says, You could be trying to kill me.
 
  The patient refuses further examination. Abuse of which substance is most likely?
 
  a. PCP
  b. Heroin
  c. Barbiturates
  d. Amphetamines



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bblaney

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is the official resource for comprehensive information regarding addictions. The other resources have relevant information, but they are not as comprehensive.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
The physical symptoms are consistent with CNS stimulation. Suspicion and paranoid ideation are also present. Amphetamine use is likely. PCP use would probably result in bizarre, violent behavior. Barbiturates and heroin would result in symptoms of CNS depression.




yoroshambo

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Gracias!


diana chang

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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