The nurse performing a client assessment will identify which of the following data as consistent with
psychodynamic factors associated with chemical addictions (more than one answer may be correct)?
A. High tolerance for frustration and pain
B. Lack of success in life
C. Stable mature relationships
D. Low self-esteem
E. Propensity for risk taking
B, D, E
Rationale: These characteristics commonly coexist with substance dependence and abuse. Other
characteristics include low tolerance for frustration and pain and immature, troubled interpersonal
relationships.
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