Which statement by a patient at a substance abuse clinic indicates that more teaching is needed about the use of replacement or substitute medication for treating substance abuse disorders?
A) "The substitute drug will have effects similar to those of the abused drug."
B) "The substitute drug will have a lower potential for abuse."
C) "The substitute drug exchanges one addicting drug for another."
D) "The substitute drug will allow me to take advantage of behavioral treatments."

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The statement "The substitute drug exchanges one addicting drug for another" indicates a misunderstanding. Replacement medications are used to reduce withdrawal symptoms and cravings, and they are typically chosen for their lower potential for abuse and to support recovery, not to simply replace one addiction with another.

Which Statement by a Patient at a Substance Abuse Clinic