Which goal for treatment of alcoholism should the nurse address first?
a. Learn about addiction and recovery.
b. Develop alternate coping strategies.
c. Develop a peer support system.
d. Achieve physiologic stability.
ANS: D
The individual must have completed withdrawal and achieved physiologic stability before he or she is able to address any of the other treatment goals.
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Which statement about head lice is true?
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1. Headache 2. Diarrhea 3. Constipation 4. Nausea 5. Vomiting
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