A 16-year-old client was brought to the 24-hour drug clinic after taking her first dose of LSD and
having a bad trip. The drug effects wore off after 8 hours.
What health teaching should be performed
before the client's release from the drug clinic?
a. Provide a list of untoward effects of narcotic use.
b. Explain the dangers of cocaine use.
c. Discuss the carcinogenic effects of marijuana on the lungs.
d. Describe flashbacks and what to do if one occurs.
D
Flashbacks are a common effect of hallucinogenic drugs. They can be terrifying to experience.
Information about their possible occurrence can be helpful. The other options deal with information
about drugs other than LSD.
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Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.
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What will be an ideal response?
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