The nurse is conducting a health promotion class on drug awareness with a group of junior high school students. Which of the following teaching points should the nurse include in this session?
A) "Most people are unaware of the fact that marijuana is actually a very addictive drug."
B) "Marijuana use can result in psychological dependence, which can have a very negative effect on your life."
C) "Heavy marijuana use has resulted in severe withdrawal symptoms in some people once they decide to quit."
D) "Marijuana and heroin actually have a very similar potential for addiction."
Ans: B
Although marijuana is not considered to be physically addictive and no withdrawal criteria have been established, it may lead to psychological dependence, thereby retarding personality growth and adjustment to adulthood.
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