A client is receiving methadone (which is a Schedule II drug). The client says to the nurse,"A pharmacist told me the pharmacy must register with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to give me this drug; will DEA agents be snooping around my house?" What is the best response by the nurse?

A. "It is probably unlikely that Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents will be bothering you."
B. "No, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) restricts drugs that have a high potential for abuse."
C. "No. I think our system should be more like Europe; they have fewer controlled drugs."
D. "That's an interesting question. Are you worried about the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)?"


Answer: B

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