What should the entire health team focus on during the rehabilitation phase?
a. Establishing a support system
b. Seeking and maintaining employment
c. Abstaining from drug use
d. Addressing the problems related to addiction
ANS: C
The focus of rehabilitation is for the patient to abstain from drug use.
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