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kodithompson

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which abused drug is derived from a special poppy flower's seedpods?
 
  a. alcohol
  b. cocaine
  c. marijuana
  d. heroin

Question 2

A nurse is assessing four clients. Which clients should the nurse recommend to attend a structured day program?
 
  A) An acutely suicidal teenager
  B) A severely mentally ill woman with history of medication noncompliance
  C) A socially isolated elderly individual
  D) A depressed individual who is able to contract for safety


ApricotDream

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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
Heroin is derived from a special poppy flower's seedpods. Heroin is an opiate that is highly addictive. It is usually administered intravenously.

Answer to Question 2

B, C, D


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