Your patient tells you her husband has a serious drinking problem. Which statement tells you she may be in a codependent relationship?
A.
"I've reached my limit with his drinking."
B.
"I called his job and told them he was sick when he couldn't go to work."
C.
"The kids are ashamed of their father. I feel bad about that."
D.
"He is drinking less this week."
ANS: B
This response shows that the wife is covering for her husband so he doesn't have to take responsibility for his actions. Response D is more denial. Responses A and C are indications of facing the reality of this situation.
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