Which statement made by a client who smokes marijuana is not true?
1. "Marijuana makes me hungry."
2. "Marijuana does not increase the risk for lung cancer."
3. "Marijuana makes me paranoid."
4. "Marijuana makes me thirsty."
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: This is true about marijuana use.
Rationale 2: Marijuana increases the risk for lung cancer, which makes the statement false.
Rationale 3: This is true about marijuana use.
Rationale 4: This is true about marijuana use.
Global Rationale: Marijuana can cause hunger, paranoia, and thirst. There is also an increased
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