Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders no. 5073

Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, Impulse Control Disorders no. 5073

QUESTION: The nurse is working with a client who abuses alcohol. Which fact should the nurse communicate to the client?

O a.) Abstinence is the basis for successful treatment.
O b.) Attendance at Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings every day will cure alcoholism.
O c.) For treatment to be successful, family members must participate.
O d.) An occasional social drink is acceptable behavior for the alcoholic.

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