The nurse is teaching parents about the effects of marijuana on a child's body systems. Which of the following is one of these effects?
A) Weight loss
B) Arrhythmias
C) Uncoordinated motor skills
D) Visual disturbances
C
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The child who is using marijuana will experience uncoordinated motor skills along with many other signs and symptoms. Weight loss, arrhythmias, and visual disturbances may occur with cocaine use.
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