A client is receiving acupuncture as a complementary treatment for alcoholism. An expected
outcome would be that the client will
a. state he has decreased desire for alcohol.
b. experience fewer symptoms of anxiety.
c. practice skills that promote well-being.
d. verbalize knowledge of how to cope with relapse.
A
This would be an appropriate outcome for a complementary treatment for alcoholism. The other
outcomes are not directly related to the client's problem.
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