A client arrives at the clinic for follow-up care for pancreatitis. This client was discharged from an acute care facility 4 days ago. The client has been an alcoholic, which contributed to the pancreatitis
What is the priority intervention for this client? 1. Provide information for Alcoholics Anonymous.
2. Provide teaching about dietary needs.
3. Provide initial instruction on medication.
4. Remind the client of the potential for jaundice.
Provide information for Alcoholics Anonymous.
Rationale: This client will need continuing support for the alcohol problem. Providing information regarding Alcoholics Anonymous will be a priority intervention 4 days after discharge. The other answer choices will have occurred upon discharge from the hospital, and though reinforcement instructions may be needed, they will not be the highest priority.
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