You are a nurse working in a drug rehabilitation facility. You are discussing codependent behaviors with the husband of a patient who is addicted to alcohol
Which behavior of the husband would be considered a codependent behavior?
A) Calling in sick at work on behalf of a hungover spouse
B) Showing anger because the wife has relapsed
C) Verbalizing a desire to end the marriage
D) Discussing the addiction with his wife
Ans: A
Feedback: Caring for codependent family members is another nursing priority. Codependent people struggle with the urge to control others and a willingness to remain involved and suffer with a person who has a drug problem. This may include covering up the loved one's addiction. Becoming angry because of a relapse, verbalizing a desire to end the marriage, or discussing the addiction with his wife would not be considered codependent behaviors.
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