A patient tells the nurse that both his parents are alcoholics, and he wonders about the likelihood of becoming an alcoholic as well. How should the nurse respond?
1. "There are studies that support a genetic link for developing alcoholism.".
2. "Why are you concerned about becoming an alcoholic?"
3. "You will likely become an alcoholic.".
4. "Don't worry about that.".
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Rationale 1: Genetic studies suggest that heredity plays a role in the development of alcoholism.
Rationale 2: The nurse should not question the patient's request for information about becoming an alcoholic like his parents.
Rationale 3: Although the patient does have an increased risk, stating that he will become an alcoholic is inappropriate.
Rationale 4: Telling the patient not to worry about becoming an alcoholic is an inappropriate response.
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