When describing the issue of substance misuse in nursing, which statement would be most accurate?
A) Is a relatively new phenomenon, being documented in the literature primarily since the 1980s
B) Is rare, occurring in fewer than 2 out of every 100 nurses
C) Is significantly less common than substance misuse in the other health professions
D) Is difficult to quantify due to the sensitive nature of the information and associated stigma
D
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1. Patricia Benner 2. Ida Jean Orlando 3. Hildegard Peplau 4. Florence Nightingale
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A) Amphetamine B) Atomoxetine (Strattera) C) Dexmethylphenidate (Focalin) D) Adderall