The nurse instructs the client about addiction. The nurse determines that the client understands the instructions given when the client says:
1. "Addiction is a biopsychosocial problem."
2. "Addiction is an emotional attachment."
3. "Addiction is a behavioral habit."
4. "Addiction is a moral disease."
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Rationale: The biopsychosocial explanation of addiction is supported by current research and takes a more holistic view of the problem. The view of addiction as a moral disease is non-therapeutic. Viewing addiction as only a behavioral or emotional problem oversimplifies a complex issue.
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