Janis, a 30-Year-Old Woman, Has Been in and Out of Drug

question 136

Multiple Choice

Janis, a 30-year-old woman, has been in and out of drug rehabilitation programs several times over the last few years. Recently, she gave birth to a baby girl. The doctor noticed that the infant showed symptoms of tremors, irritability, abnormal crying, disturbed sleep, and impaired motor control. The doctor diagnosed these withdrawal symptoms as the effects of a drug to which Janis was addicted. Identify the drug.

• A) methamphetamine
• B) nicotine
• C) marijuana
• D) heroin

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Definitions:

Convey

To communicate or make known thoughts, feelings, or information to others.

Affect

Affect refers to the observable expression of emotions, which can influence one's thoughts and behavior.

Counterproductive

Actions or behaviours that have the opposite effect of what is intended or desired, often hindering achievement.

Clarification

The act of making a statement or situation less confused and more comprehensible.