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?

D Mind altering drugs take away one's ability to make good decisions. A An overdose of cocaine can be lethal. C Denial of an addiction problem is often the first response to the behavior. B Addiction affects all aspects of one's life and one's family.