The Nurse Is Caring for a Patient with a Substance

question 2

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a patient with a substance use disorder who is addicted to heroin. The nurse understands that areas of the brain and nervous system have been connected to substance abuse and addiction. What is true regarding the nervous system and substance abuse and addiction? Select all that apply.

• A) Changes in neuroanatomy cause the behavior seen in addiction.
• B) Addictive substances act on the mesolimbic system of the brain.
• C) Addictive substances stimulate surges of dopamine.
• D) Addictive substances act on the mesocerebral system of the brain.
• E) Changes in neurochemistry cause behaviors seen in addiction.

Differentiate between tangible, intangible, human, and social capital.

Recognize the role of investment in personal and professional growth.

Identify the impact of infrastructure on economic development.

Analyze the decision-making process in investment based on interest rates and expected returns.

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Definitions:

Lateral Fissure

A deep groove in the brain that separates the temporal lobe from the frontal and parietal lobes.

Longitudinal Fissure

The deep groove that separates the two hemispheres of the brain.

Central Fissure

A deep groove in the brain's cortex that separates the frontal lobe from the parietal lobe.

Frontal Lobes

Regions of the brain involved in decision making, problem solving, control of purposeful behaviors, consciousness, and emotions.