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A client is admitted with a diagnosis of Multiple Drug Use. The nurse should plan care based on knowledge that:
A. multiple drug use is very uncommon.
B. people might use more than one drug to enhance the effect or relieve withdrawal symptoms.
C. alcohol and barbiturates used together are not dangerous because one is a stimulant and the other is a depressant.
D. assessment and intervention are easier with multiple drug use because of the synergistic effect.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
Simultaneous or sequential use of more than one substance is very common. Multiple drug use can enhance, lessen, or change the nature of the intoxication, or relive withdrawal symptoms. Heroin users often also use alcohol, marijuana, or benzodiazepines. Multiple drug use is especially dangerous if synergistic drugs are combined. Multiple drug use complicates assessment and intervention because the client might be demonstrating the effects or withdrawal from several drugs. Psychosocial Integrity
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