The nurse believes that a client being admitted for a surgical procedure may have a drinking problem. How should the nurse further evaluate this possibility?
A. By asking directly if the client has ever had a problem with alcohol
B. By holistically assessing the client, using the CIWA scale
C. By using a screening tool such as the CAGE questionnaire
D. By referring the client for physician evaluation
C
The CAGE questionnaire is a screening tool used to determine whether the individual has a problem with alcohol. This questionnaire is composed of four simple questions. Scoring two or three "yes" answers strongly suggests a problem with alcohol.
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A nurse is addressing the problem of air pollution in the community. The first step in the process of controlling the pollution would be
a. Setting standards b. Monitoring c. Permitting d. Compliance
A/An ____________________ is an unfounded, recurring fear that causes the person to feel panic.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).