Author Question: A nurse is implementing a brief intervention with a client who is abusing alcohol. The nurse most ... (Read 167 times)

Arii_bell · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A nurse is implementing a brief intervention with a client who is abusing alcohol. The nurse most likely would be involved with which of the following?

A) Asking the client questions about alcohol use
B) Negotiating a conversation with the client to reduce use
C) Pointing out the inconsistencies in thoughts, feelings, and actions
D) Helping the client change the way he thinks about a situation

Question 2

A client with a history of opioid abuse is exhibiting manifestations of moderate withdrawal. Which of the following would the nurse expect to assess?

A) Rhinorrhea
B) Lacrimation
C) Dilated pupils
D) Dysphoria

234sdffa · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B
Brief intervention involves a negotiated conversation between the nurse and the client that is designed to reduce the substance use. Asking the client questions about substance use refers to screening. Pointing out inconsistencies reflects confrontation. Helping the client change his or her way of thinking reflects a cognitive approach.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
With moderate opioid withdrawal, pupils are dilated. Rhinorrhea, lacrimation, and dysphoria are noted with mild withdrawal.