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Themember4

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Physical dependence:
 
  a. is the improper use of drugs or other chemical substances.
  b. usually results from prolonged use of a substance.
  c. implies that a client has difficulty functioning unless under the influence of a drug.
  d. describes a client's strong compulsion to obtain and use a substance or drug.

Question 2

If the client is receiving a reduced effect from the use of alcohol over time, she has developed:
 
  a. psychological dependence. c. physical dependence.
  b. alcohol intoxication. d. tolerance.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B

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A Incorrect: This is not characteristic of the term.
B Correct: Physical dependence usually results from long-term use of a substance.
C Incorrect: This defines substance dependence.
D Incorrect: This describes psychological dependence.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D

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A Incorrect: This is not the appropriate concept.
B Incorrect: This is not the appropriate concept.
C Incorrect: This is not the appropriate concept.
D Correct: This client has developed tolerance, which means an increasing amount of alcohol is required to achieve the desired effect.




Themember4

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Reply 2 on: Jul 24, 2018
Gracias!


emsimon14

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

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