Methamphetamine use during pregnancy is a growing problem that the nurse working with obstetric patients must be cognizant of. When caring for the patient who uses methamphetamines, it is important for the nurse to be aware of which factor related to the abuse of this substance?
A) Methamphetamine is a depressant.
B) All methamphetamines are vasodilators.
C) Methamphetamine users are extremely psychologically addicted.
D) Rehabilitation is usually successful.

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Methamphetamine is a stimulant, not a depressant. While some forms of methamphetamines may have vasodilator effects, this is not true for all types. Methamphetamine users are known to have a high risk of psychological addiction and rehabilitation can be challenging and often not successful.

Methamphetamine Use During Pregnancy Is a Growing Problem That the Nurse