Which of the following is the most validating response to a patient who says, "I'm afraid I'll get addicted to this narcotic pain medicine"?
A. "Don't worry, this is a mild narcotic."
B. "Why would you be worried about that?"
C. "You are worried that taking this pain medicine will make you addicted to it."
D. "Right now you should be focused on managing this pain."
ANS: C
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