The Patient Is Admitted to the In-Patient Substance Abuse Unit

question 15

Multiple Choice

The patient is admitted to the in-patient substance abuse unit. She tells the nurse she has been buying "yellow jackets" (pentobarbital, [Nembutal]) on the street but hasn't had any for a few days. What is the best plan by the nurse at this time?

• A) Prepare to manage the depression and suicidal thoughts the patient will have.
• B) Prepare to do frequent room searches, as the patient's friends will most likely bring drugs in for her.
• C) Prepare to manage a withdrawal that could be life threatening.
• D) Prepare to manage a withdrawal that will likely be minimal.

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