A client is taking hydrocodone (Vicodin) for chronic back pain. The client has required an increase in the dose and asks
Posted: Mon Aug 08, 2022 3:51 pm
A client is taking hydrocodone (Vicodin) for chronic back pain. The client has required an increase in the dose and asks whether this means he is addicted toVicodin.The nurse should base her reply on the knowledge that __________.
A. the client"™s body has developed tolerance, requiring more drug to produce the same effect.
B. the client is preoccupied with getting the drug and is experiencing loss of control, indicating drug dependence.
C. addiction is the term used to describe physical dependence with withdrawal symptoms and tolerance.
D. the client has a dual diagnosis of substance abuse and chronic back pain.
A. the client"™s body has developed tolerance, requiring more drug to produce the same effect.
B. the client is preoccupied with getting the drug and is experiencing loss of control, indicating drug dependence.
C. addiction is the term used to describe physical dependence with withdrawal symptoms and tolerance.
D. the client has a dual diagnosis of substance abuse and chronic back pain.