A patient reports becoming very angry and abusive to friends and family when unable to obtain an illegal substance. How should the nurse respond to this patient?
A. "What does your family say about this?"
B. "Have you considered seeking treatment for this behavior?"
C. "Are you this argumentative when at work?"
D. "You must not have many friends left."
Answer: B
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