A Patient with a History of Using Recreational Cocaine Tells

question 13

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of using recreational cocaine tells the nurse that he would rather be addicted to cocaine than be diagnosed with cancer. What should the nurse respond with to this patient?

• A) "Cocaine has been linked to the development of cancer."
• B) "I guess if that's what you would prefer."
• C) "People who use cocaine do have a lower risk of developing cancer."
• D) "As long as the cocaine is pure and not mixed with toxic chemicals."

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