During a health history, the client looked confused and said, "But everybody drinks, like at parties and such. How much drinking do you think is too much?" Which of the following would be most appropriate response by the nurse?
a. "Alcohol should be used only in moderation."
b. "It's okay as long as you don't binge, and you eat food with your drinks."
c. "Per day, no more than one drink for women and two drinks for men."
d. "Total abstinence is the only healthy choice."
ANS: C
Because most Americans drink alcohol, it is probably not effective to teach total abstinence. Alcohol in moderation is not a specific answer to the client's question. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest no more than one drink for women and two drinks for men per day, which is a specific response to the client's question.
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