A Patient Says, "I Went Out Drinking Only One Time

question 17

Multiple Choice

A patient says, "I went out drinking only one time last week. At least I'm trying to change." The nurse responds, "I appreciate your effort, but you agreed to abstain from alcohol completely." The nurse is:

• A) using cognitive restructuring.
• B) preventing manipulation.
• C) showing empathy.
• D) using flooding.