Alex takes a large dose of LSD. In an hour's time, his sensory perceptions become distorted, and he begins to experience true hallucinations. Alex begins to believe that everything he sees and feels is real. Alex is experiencing the dose-related effects of the ________ phase.
A. psychic
B. modification
C. somatic
D. sensory
Answer: A
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1. The patient will bring a caregiver to the next health care appointment. 2. The patient will describe the steps of effective diabetic foot care. 3. The patient will explain why patients with diabetes should not go barefoot. 4. The patient will report obtaining a thermometer for monitoring bath water temperature.
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A nurse is informing a client about different choices available to pregnant women
choosing a birth setting. Which birth setting promotes safe, satisfying, and the most cost-effective childbirth? A) Free-standing birth centers B) Labor and delivery unit C) Home setting D) Birthing room