During the Third Week of Treatment, the Spouse of a Patient

question 41

Multiple Choice

During the third week of treatment, the spouse of a patient in an alcoholism rehabilitation program says, "After discharge, I think everything will be just fine." Which remark by the nurse will be most helpful to the spouse?

• A) "It is good that you're supportive of your spouse's sobriety and want to help maintain it."
• B) "Although sobriety solves some problems, new ones may emerge as one adjusts to living without alcohol."
• C) "It will be important for you to structure life to avoid as much stress as possible. You will need to provide social protection."
• D) "Remember that alcoholism is a disorder of self-destruction. You will need to observe your spouse's behavior carefully."

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Definitions:

Diastolic Blood Pressure

The blood pressure measured during the relaxation phase of the heart's pumping cycle.

Systolic Blood Pressure

The pressure in the arteries when the heart beats and fills them with blood, typically the higher of the two numbers recorded when measuring blood pressure.

Resting Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per minute while at rest, indicating the heart's efficiency.

Orthostatic Hypotension

A form of low blood pressure that occurs upon standing up from a sitting or lying position, often causing dizziness or fainting.