When Dealing with a Patient Who Is an Alcoholic in Denial

question 10

Multiple Choice

When dealing with a patient who is an alcoholic in denial and claims he only drinks in social situations,the nurse will:

• A) Insist that he stop drinking entirely.
• B) Point out that the patient is using denial.
• C) Help the patient investigate ways to reduce drinking.
• D) Provide information on Alcoholics Anonymous.

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Definitions:

Depreciation Expense

Segmenting the cost related to a physical asset through its active life.

Accumulated Depreciation

The total amount of depreciation expense that has been recorded for an asset since it was acquired, representing how much of the asset's value has been used up.

Balances

The figures that represent the difference between the sum of debits and credits in an account.

Expense Recognition

The accounting principle that expenses are recorded and reported in the same period as the revenues they help to generate, ensuring accurate financial statements.