An implementation that can be used to help prevent relapse in a patient who has a substance abuse problem is:
1. self-hypnosis.
2. imagery.
3. stress management.
4. blocking.
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Teaching these patients stress management will assist them in managing the conflict and stress in their daily lives that previously triggered substance abuse.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 1281
OBJ: 7 TOP: Implementations
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Implementation
MSC: NCLEX: Psychosocial Integrity
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