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A Client Is Abusing an Antianxiety Medication

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A client is abusing an antianxiety medication.Which assessment by the nurse would confirm a psychological dependence instead of physical dependence?
Select all that apply.


A) The client's history reveals the long-term use of high doses of an antianxiety medication.
B) The client describes the need" to use the antianxiety medication despite not feeling anxious.
C) The client describes feeling nauseous with abdominal cramping.
D) The client tells you her family has disowned" her because of her need for the antianxiety medication.
E) The client complains she has not slept in days,feels anxious,and tired.

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