During a high school class on substance abuse, a student tells the group, "If I tried cocaine, I know I could handle it. I know when to stop." Which response is best for the nurse to provide?

A. An overdose of cocaine can be lethal: While this statement is accurate, it focuses on extreme outcomes rather than addressing the student's belief in their ability to control cocaine use. It may not encourage the student to reconsider their stance on trying the drug. B. Addiction affects all aspects of one's life and one's family: This response provides important information about the long-term consequences of addiction but does not directly counter the student's claim about their ability to control initial use. It may not be as impactful in the immediate context. C. Denial of an addiction problem is often the first response to the behavior: This response assumes the student is already using substances or experiencing addiction. It does not directly address the student's specific belief in their ability to control their actions after trying cocaine. D. Mind-altering drugs take away one's ability to make good decisions: This response is most appropriate because it directly challenges the student's confidence in their ability to control their behavior. It provides a logical explanation of why experimenting with cocaine is inherently risky, as it impairs judgment and decision-making, making it harder to "stop" as they claim