A New Patient in an Alcoholism Rehabilitation Program Says, "I'm

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Multiple Choice

A new patient in an alcoholism rehabilitation program says, "I'm just a social drinker. I usually have a drink or two at brunch, a few cocktails in the afternoon, wine at dinner, and a few drinks in the evening." Which response by the nurse will help the patient view the drinking more honestly?

• A) "I see," and use interested silence.
• B) "I think you may be drinking more than you report."
• C) "Being a social drinker involves having a drink or two once or twice a week."
• D) "You describe drinking steadily throughout the day and evening. Am I correct?"

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