Practice Question
The nurse is educating clients about recovery from alcohol abuse. Which statement by the client indicates that learning has occurred?
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Correct Answer:
I realize that recovery is a lifelong process that comes in steps.
Rationale:
🔵 Recovery from alcohol use disorder is a long-term and often lifelong journey, not a quick fix after detoxification.
🔵 The process typically involves stages, including precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and sometimes relapse.
🔵 Acknowledging that recovery happens in steps shows realistic understanding and active participation in the healing process.
🔵 This response reflects internalization of the recovery model, which is essential for maintaining abstinence and preventing relapse.
🔵 The statement demonstrates insight, a key factor in positive treatment outcomes for substance use disorders.
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This question is from RN ATI N200 Mental Health Exam 2 which contains 62 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Mental Health
- Answer Choices: 4