A Client Diagnosed with Chronic Alcohol Use Disorder Is Being

question 31

Multiple Choice

A client diagnosed with Chronic Alcohol Use Disorder is being discharged from an inpatient treatment facility after detoxification.Which client outcome related to Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is most appropriate for the nurse to discuss with the client during discharge teaching?

• A)After discharge,the client will immediately attend 90 AA meetings in 90 days.
• B)After discharge,the client will rely on an AA sponsor to help control alcohol cravings.
• C)After discharge,the client will incorporate family in AA attendance.
• D)After discharge,the client will seek appropriate deterrent medications through AA.

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