A client who drinks 3 to 4 martinis before dinner every night feels that people who drink beer are alcoholics because of the volume of alcohol in each can. Which response should the nurse make to this client?
a. "Beer and martinis have the same alcohol and calorie content."
b. "Only beer drinkers are considered alcoholics if they overindulge."
c. "The alcohol in 4 martinis is equal to about 11 cans of regular beer."
d. "People who drink martinis may consume a smaller amount of alcohol but can still be considered alcoholics."
c. "The alcohol in 4 martinis is equal to about 11 cans of regular beer."
The average 12-ounce serving of regular beer contains about 14 gm of alcohol. Depending upon the ingredients, a martini will continue much more than 14 gm of alcohol per drink. This client is consuming 3 to 4 martinis each night. Anyone who drinks to excess and is unable to control the desire for alcohol can be considered an alcoholic. It does not make a difference what type of alcohol is consumed.
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