The Client Comes to the Emergency Department and Tells the Nurse

question 2

Multiple Choice

The client comes to the emergency department and tells the nurse "I have been off my drugs for 3 days." The nurse assesses the client for withdrawal symptoms associated with the category of drug used. Withdrawal from which drug, if taken by the client, should cause the nurse the most concern?

• A) Cocaine
• B) Alprazolam (Gen -Alprazolam )
• C) Marijuana
• D) Heroin

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Definitions:

Clear

To settle or resolve a transaction, debt, or other financial activity, ensuring that all obligations have been fulfilled.

Liabilities

Financial obligations or debts owed by an individual, business, or organization to others.

Highly Liquid Assets

Assets that can be easily and quickly converted into cash without significant loss in value, such as cash itself or treasury bills.

Large Withdrawals

Substantial amounts of money taken out from a bank account or investment, which can significantly impact the financial stability of the institution holding the funds.