A nurse notices that her colleague is taking frequent breaks, having inaccurate drug counts, and working extra shifts. The nurse would suspect:

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The nurse would suspect the colleague is abusing a substance. The above mentioned findings are indicative that the nurse's colleague is abusing a substance. The nurse may volunteer for extra shifts in an effort to obtain drugs. Other indicators include irritability, absenteeism, and deteriorating appearance.

A Nurse Notices That Her Colleague Is Taking Frequent Breaks