The nurse is managing care for a group of substance abusers.The clients have completed group education about the disease of addiction.The nurse determines that learning has occurred when the clients make which statements?
Select all that apply.

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These statements demonstrate an understanding of the complex nature of addiction, including the compulsion to use a mood-altering substance, the dependence on complex variables, and the possibility of a genetic component. Statement A is also true, but it only addresses a specific aspect of addiction (heroin withdrawal) rather than providing a broader understanding. Statement C is not entirely accurate as many individuals become addicted through other means, such as recreational use or self-medication.

The Nurse Is Managing Care for a Group of Substance