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Mental Health: Substance-Related And Addictive Disorders NCLEX Quiz

Question Number 5

A lonely, depressed divorcée has been self-medicating with cocaine for the past year. Which term should a nurse use to best describe this individual's situation?

A. The individual is experiencing psychological dependency.

B. The individual is experiencing physical dependency.

C. The individual is experiencing substance dependency.

D. The individual is experiencing social dependency.

✔ Correct Answer:

A. The individual is experiencing psychological dependency.

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