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