In addition to getting the alcoholic adult into treatment, what is the most useful intervention the nurse can implement with the family?
a. Clarifying that the family members must begin to meet their own needs
b. Helping the family adapt to daily life without the family member
c. Encouraging the family to limit contact with the family member while in treatment
d. Sharing information about support groups such as Al-Anon or Alateen
ANS: D
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