The Nurse Is Beginning the Assessment of a Patient with Substance

question 27

Multiple Choice

The nurse is beginning the assessment of a patient with substance abuse. What should the nurse ask that demonstrates an open-ended question?

• A) On average, how many days a week do you drink or use drugs?
• B) How often and how much do you usually use?
• C) What is the greatest number of drinks you have had at any one time in the past month?
• D) Do you drink beer or whiskey?
• E) Did you drink beer before coming to the hospital?

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Definitions:

Collaboration

Working jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor to achieve a common goal.

Mistrust

Lack of trust or confidence in someone or something, often resulting from experiences or perceptions of deceit or failure.

Interests

The desires, concerns, or needs that individuals or parties aim to address through negotiation or action.

Opening Positions

The initial stances or demands that parties bring to a negotiation, usually expected to undergo adjustments as discussions progress.