A Nurse Is Discussing the Use of Cocaine as a Local

question 8

Multiple Choice

A nurse is discussing the use of cocaine as a local anesthetic with a nursing student. Which statement by the student indicates understanding of this agent?

• A) "Anesthetic effects develop slowly and persist for several hours."
• B) "Cocaine is a local anesthetic administered by injection."
• C) "Vasoconstrictors should not be used as adjunct agents with this drug."
• D) "When abused, cocaine causes physical dependence."

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