A new nurse is surprised to learn that substance use disorders are not nearly as rare as she thought they were. Approximately what percentage of U.S. adults has substance abuse or dependence?
A) 3%
B) 9%
C) 15%
D) 21%
Ans: B
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Approximately 9% of the U.S. population 12 years and older has substance abuse or dependence.
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