An alcoholic client is being discharged. To help enhance the client's self-esteem, it would be most appropriate for the staff nurse to provide information about:
a. Taking a vacation alone
b. Self-help support groups
c. Referral sources
d. Nutritional support
ANS: B
Voluntary service groups and self-help groups provide support in working toward specific purposes, such as stopping alcohol consumption.
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