A Nurse Is Discussing the Use of Cocaine as a Local

Multiple Choice

A nurse is discussing the use of cocaine as a local anesthetic with a nursing student. Which statement by the student indicates understanding of this agent?

A) "Anesthetic effects develop slowly and persist for several hours."
B) "Cocaine is a local anesthetic administered by injection."
C) "Vasoconstrictors should not be used as adjunct agents with this drug."
D) "When abused, cocaine causes physical dependence."