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During the detoxification period, the nurse designs interventions to:
 
  a. enroll the patient in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
  b. keep the patient safe from aspiration and seizure.
  c. help the patient interact in nonaddictive activities.
  d. help the patient gain insight into the addiction.

Question 2

While performing an initial assessment on a newly admitted alcoholic patient, the nurse can best ensure honest answers by:
 
  a. not asking personal questions.
  b. having a nonjudgmental attitude.
  c. including the family.
  d. promising the patient not to tell anyone.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B
Care for the addicted patient starts with detoxification and is focused on keeping the patient safe from the symptoms of withdrawal.

Answer to Question 2

B
Maintaining a nonjudgmental attitude may reassure the patient and allow him to be more honest in his responses to the admission assessment.


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