A patient asks for information about Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Which is the nurse's best response?
a. "It is a self-help group with the goal of sobriety."
b. "It is a form of group therapy led by a psychiatrist."
c. "It is a group that learns about drinking from a group leader."
d. "It is a network that advocates strong punishment for drunk drivers."
ANS: A
AA is a peer support group for recovering alcoholics. The goal is to maintain sobriety. Neither professional nor peer leaders are appointed.
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