A client is admitted with a diagnosis of Multiple Drug Use.

Simultaneous or sequential use of more than one substance is very common. Multiple drug use can enhance, lessen, or change the nature of the intoxication, or relive withdrawal symptoms. Heroin users often also use alcohol, marijuana, or benzodiazepines. Multiple drug use is especially dangerous if synergistic drugs are combined. Multiple drug use complicates assessment and intervention because the client might be demonstrating the effects or withdrawal from several drugs.Psychosocial Integrity