A Client Has Been Diagnosed with Pathological Gambling

question 7

Multiple Choice

A client has been diagnosed with pathological gambling. The client's family inquires about their brother's behavior that led to this diagnosis. Which of the following information should the clinic nurse provide? (Select all that apply.)

• A)Your brother has been preoccupied with thoughts about gambling.
• B)Your brother has been gambling with increased amounts of money to gain excitement.
• C)Your brother has tried but failed to control his gambling.
• D)Your brother's gambling is a result of manic behavior.
• E)Your brother has lied to you about the extent of his gambling.

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