When Collecting a Specimen from a Client Suspected of Substance

question 23

Multiple Choice

When collecting a specimen from a client suspected of substance abuse,the nurse is aware of which of the following? (Select all that apply. )

• A)Marijuana may be detected in urine for up to 3 to 30 days.
• B)Cocaine may be detected in urine for up to 2 to 3 days.
• C)Cocaine may be detected in hair for up to months to years.
• D)Alcohol may be detected in urine for up to 3 to 30 days.
• E)Methamphetamine may be detected in blood up to 3 to 6 months.
• F)Marijuana may be detected in blood for up to 3 to 30 days.

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Definitions:

Melanoma

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Melanocytes

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Melanin

A pigment produced by melanocytes in the skin, hair, and eyes, responsible for coloration and protection against ultraviolet light.

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