A patient with antisocial behavior was treated several times for substance dependence. Each time, the patient relapsed. Which treatment approach is most appropriate?
a. 1-week detoxification program
b. Long-term outpatient therapy
c. 12-step self-help program
d. Residential program
D
Residential programs and therapeutic communities help a patient change lifestyles, abstain from drugs, eliminate criminal behaviors, develop employment skills, be self-reliant and practice honesty. Residential programs are more effective for patients with antisocial tendencies than outpatient programs.
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A) Marijuana B) Alcohol C) Ecstasy D) Ketamine
In which situation can the nurse apply restraints to a client?
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