A Client Experiencing the Effects from Marijuana Asks the Nurse

question 26

Multiple Choice

A client experiencing the effects from marijuana asks the nurse how long they will last. Which response should the nurse provide?

• A) "It depends on how much you smoked."
• B) "The effects can last up to 24 hours."
• C) "The effects will last a few hours."
• D) "It depends on your body weight."

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