A patient asks, "How does Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) work?" Select the nurse's best response
a. "The goal of AA is for members to learn controlled drinking with the support of a higher power."
b. "An individual is supported by peers while striving for abstinence one day at a time."
c. "You must make a commitment to permanently abstain from alcohol and other drugs."
d. "You will be given a sponsor who will plan your treatment program."
B
Admitting to being an alcoholic, making an attempt to remain alcohol-free for a day at a time, and receiving support from peers are basic aspects of AA. The other options are incorrect.
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