When screening clients for drug abuse, the nurse assesses the clients for common behavior patterns of persons with drug addiction, which include:
a. low socioeconomic class. c. manipulation of others.
b. dependency. d. low self-esteem.
ANS: B, C, D
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Correct b., c., and d. These are common behavior patterns of persons abusing drugs.
Incorrect a. This is not a behavior pattern.
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