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NClaborn · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

Which intervention will the nurse plan for when managing the detoxification of a patient diagnosed with chronic alcoholism?

a. Low-protein diet to minimize risk of kidney failure
b. Seclusion to help manage aggression towards others
c. Transporting patient to scheduled 12-step support group meetings
d. Administering Ativan (lorazepam) to manage alcohol withdrawal symptoms

Question 2

Which behaviors would demonstrate a strong possibility for successful rehabilitation for a patient with a substance abuserelated diagnosis? Select all that apply.

a. States that, I promise I'll never use drugs again.
b. Has shown ability to use effective coping mechanisms
c. Expresses an understanding of the severity of their addiction
d. Plans to associate with old friends only when they aren't drinking
e. Demonstrates an interest in staying involved in an appropriate support group

Yixagurpuldink · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: D
During the process of detoxification, the nurse gives enough of a drug (or one to which the person has cross-tolerance) to relieve the withdrawal symptoms. Benzodiazepines like lo-razepam (Ativan) have a cross-tolerance with alcohol, so they are used to manage withdrawal symptoms. The detoxification diet would be high in protein. Seclusion would not be initiated before less severe attempts to manage the behavior failed. Attending a support group would not be appropriate for the detoxification stage of rehabilitation.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B, C, E
The correct options show an understanding of the disease process and examples of needed skills as well as the commitment to maintain control over their addiction. The remaining op-tions reflect promises but not true insight into the severity of their problem and the effects needed to manage it successfully.