A patient has been using cocaine on a regular basis. She has run out of the drug and is unable to obtain more. Within hours of stopping the medication, she begins to show symptoms of cocaine withdrawal. What symptoms will the patient exhibit?
A) Depression, drowsiness, and fatigue
B) Euphoria, hyperactivity, and hyperalertness
C) Diaphoresis, clammy palms, and diarrhea
D) Chest pain, palpitations, and diaphoresis
Question 2
A woman of childbearing age is diagnosed with breast cancer. She is currently taking hormonal contraceptives. What information should the woman be given regarding the hormonal contraceptives?
A) The hormonal contraceptives will inhibit tumor growth.
B) The hormonal contraceptives will stimulate uterine bleeding.
C) The hormonal contraceptives will impair uterine bleeding.
D) The hormonal contraceptives will stimulate tumor growth.
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