If a social work student encounters drugs or alcohol on a home visit, the best course of action is to:

A. Leave immediately
B. Ask the client about the drugs or alcohol
C. Assess the client for substance abuse
D. Take notes of the drugs and alcohol, say nothing at the time, and follow-up later with the client


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Leave the home immediately if weapons or drugs are visible or anyone appears to be under the influence or actively engaging in risky illegal activity.

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