Substance use disorder

The nurse cares for a client with a history of nicotine addiction who states, "I don't want to quit smoking ever." Which question(s) by the nurse are most appropriate to help motivate the client to consider quitting? Select all that apply.

"How would you benefit from no longer smoking?" "What long-term risks does smoking have on your health?" "What keeps you from quitting nicotine use?"

The nurse is speaking to a pregnant client who has stated that they smoke a pack of cigarettes per day. What statement by the client would indicate to the nurse that they are in the preparation phase of behavior change?

"I will cut back to half a pack of cigarettes per day starting today."

The nurse is caring for a client who was brought into the emergency department (ED) by ambulance after an opioid overdose. The client has previously been to the ED for issues related to opioid use disorder. The paramedics administered naloxone to the client. What symptom(s) should the nurse assess for in this client after naloxone administration? Select all that apply.

Tachycardia, tremors, nausea

During a physical, the nurse assesses drug and alcohol use in a client with several screening tools, including the CAGE (Cut, Annoyed, Guilty, Eye) tool. The client answered "yes" to three questions in the CAGE tool. What kind of education should the nurse provide to the client?

health benefits of cutting down on alcohol use

A client has been admitted to the emergency department with a fractured leg following a motor vehicle crash. The client appears sleepy and is slow to answer questions. When asked about alcohol or drug intake, the client nods their head "yes" but does not provide any additional information. Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

Obtain a blood sample to evaluate for alcohol or drugs