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Substance Related Disorders- Nclex Questions and Answers Latest Version 100% Pass A nurse is caring for a client experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which symptom should the nurse expect to see first?

• Delusions and hallucinations

✔✔ B. Tremors and restlessness

• Seizures and coma
• Cardiac arrest

Which nursing intervention is most important during acute opioid withdrawal?✔✔ A. Monitor vital signs and provide comfort measures

• Encourage more opioid use to ease symptoms
• Limit fluids and mobility
• Offer caffeinated beverages for alertness

A client asks why they can't stop using cocaine despite negative effects. The nurse understands

this is due to:

• Curiosity and boredom 1 / 3

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✔✔ B. Brain reward system activation and dopamine release

• Muscle fatigue
• Peer encouragement

A nurse is teaching a group of adolescents about substance abuse. What should the nurse emphasize?✔✔ A. Early use increases the risk of addiction and mental health problems

• Occasional use is harmless
• Prescription drugs are always safe
• Substance use builds character

During a routine check, a nurse notices pinpoint pupils, drowsiness, and slow breathing. Which substance might the client be using?✔✔ A. Opioids

• Stimulants
• Hallucinogens
• Cannabis
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Which of the following is a therapeutic goal for a client in substance abuse treatment?

• Avoid talking about triggers

✔✔ B. Identify and manage high-risk situations

• Increase use of different substances
• Depend on willpower only

The nurse identifies the client is in denial about substance use. What is the best response?

• “You’re clearly addicted.”
• “You should feel ashamed.”

✔✔ C. “Can you help me understand your concerns about quitting?”

• “You’ll be discharged if you don’t stop.”

What is the priority action for a nurse caring for a client who overdosed on heroin?✔✔ A. Maintain airway and support breathing

• Give food to prevent nausea
• Provide pain medications
• Apply cold compresses
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