Use of a substance in a quantity or frequency that can create legal and social problems or places the individual at physical risk is the definition for:

a. abuse.
b. use.
c. addiction.
d. dependence.


Answer: a

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. 0.75 mL B. 1 mL C. 1.5 mL D. 1.75 mL

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A. ascites fluid. B. peritoneal fluid. C. pericardial fluid. D. pleural fluid.

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