The nurse is asked to explain the relationship between the nervous system and substance abuse and addiction. Which information should the nurse include in response? (Select all that apply.)
1. Changes in neuroanatomy cause the behavior seen in addiction.
2. Addictive substances act on the mesolimbic system of the brain.
3. Addictive substances stimulate surges of dopamine.
4. Addictive substances act on the mesocerebral system of the brain.
5. Changes in neurochemistry cause behaviors seen in addiction.
2. Addictive substances act on the mesolimbic system of the brain.
3. Addictive substances stimulate surges of dopamine.
5. Changes in neurochemistry cause behaviors seen in addiction.
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