What Is a Priority Outcome for the Patient Who Has

question 23

Multiple Choice

What is a priority outcome for the patient who has chronic alcoholism with liver damage?

• A) The patient will switch to a safer drug, like a benzodiazepine.
• B) The patient will become involved in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
• C) The patient will keep all appointments with the doctor treating his liver damage.
• D) The patient will learn to drink more responsibly.

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