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    Hesi lpn exit proctored exam

    The practical nurse (PN) is caring for a client whose urine drug screen is positive for cocaine. Which of the following behaviors is this client likely to exhibit during cocaine withdrawal?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Talkativeness: Seen during intoxication, not withdrawal. B. Exhilaration: Associated with the stimulant effects of cocaine, not withdrawal. C. Extreme drug craving: Withdrawal is characterized by intense cravings, fatigue, depression, and irritability. D. Increased energy: Seen during intoxication, not during withdrawal.

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