A Family Member of a Deceased Client That Overdosed on Cocaine

question 10

Multiple Choice

A family member of a deceased client that overdosed on cocaine asks the nurse how he or she died. Which should the nurse recognize is the most likely cause of the death of the client?

• A) Cardiac arrest
• B) Rhabdomyolysis
• C) Drug impurity
• D) Aneurysm

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Definitions:

Passive Surveillance

The monitoring of disease or health indicators without active efforts to reach out to individuals or health care providers; relying instead on reports received through routine channels.

Disease X

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Baltimore

A major city in Maryland, USA, known for its historical significance and cultural attractions.

Men Aged 40

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