A nursing colleague has confided that she drinks heavily. She explained that the amount she drinks is increasing and that she has symptoms of withdrawal. You are aware that there has
been no evidence of social or interpersonal problems nor have there been any problems noted in work. In this case, the colleague's problem might be classified as:
1. Alcohol abuse.
2. Alcohol dependence.
3. Alcoholism.
4. Obsessive-compulsive dependent behavior.
5. Substance abuse.
Question 2
Which of the following statistics about depression is not true?
1. Approximately 25 of all women will suffer at least one episode of depression during their lifetime.
2. Almost one third of clinically depressed individuals have some form of substance abuse or dependence.
3. Most people with depression will usually seek treatment from health care providers.
4. People with major depression account for more hospital inpatient days than any disorder except cardiovascular diseases.
5. The highest rates of depression are found among those 25 to 44 years of age.
Purpose of the nursing interventions
Communication throughout the nursing process
Nursing care plan - risk for infection
Nursing Interventions and Prochaska's Stages of Change
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