A client tells the nurse he or shehas been abusing his or her antianxiety prescription. Which findings should the nurse recognize are related to a psychological dependence? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected. Select all that apply.

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A) Long-term use of high doses indicates a tolerance and dependence on the medication, which is a sign of psychological dependence. B) Describing a "need" for the medication despite not feeling the symptoms it is meant to treat indicates a psychological dependence. D) Family issues related to the use of medication can indicate that the psychological dependence is affecting the client's social relationships, which is a common consequence of substance abuse.

A Client Tells the Nurse He or Shehas Been Abusing