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kshipps

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A client's family member says, I don't understand the reason for the methadone treatment. Why replace heroin with methadone? What is the best explanation for this family?
 
  A) Methadone is a deterrent to use of drugs.
  B) Methadone replaces a more potent drug.
  C) Methadone blocks the craving for and the action of opiates.
  D) Methadone is safe even in large doses.

Question 2

The nurse is providing discharge instructions to a client diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. What will the nurse tell the client about the activity of the amino acid gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), benzodiazepines, and the effect on anxiety?
 
  A) GABA is an inhibitory neurotransmitter. B) GABA increases neuronal excitability.
  C) GABA is an excitatory neurotransmitter. D) GABA increases can be neurotoxic.



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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

A



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