Which characteristic, action, or behavior fails to meet the criteria for the nursing diagnosis of substance abuse?
A. The client uses the substance daily.
B. The client's behavior when using the substance is not socially acceptable.
C. The client continues to use the substance even though she or he has expressed a desire to stop.
D. The client continues to use the substance even though it causes him or her to have chronic hypertension.
A
The criteria that are used to make a nursing diagnosis of substance abuse include the following:
• The client loses control of the drug.
• The client takes the drug even though the drug has caused adverse conditions in his or her body.
• The client demonstrates cognitive, behavioral, and physical disturbances.
• Many drugs, including substances that have potential for abuse, can be taken or used on a daily basis for years without causing problems or being considered abused.
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