An appropriate outcome to select for the initial treatment phase for a client who has abused cocaine
is
a. psychosocial adjustment: life change.
b. abusive behavior: self-restraint.
c. risk control: drug use.
d. compliance behavior.
C
Risk control: drug use is defined as actions to prevent, eliminate, or reduce drug use that poses a
threat to health. This outcome is most pertinent to treatment for cocaine abuse. Option A refers to
adaptive psychosocial response of an individual to a significant life change. It is less specific than
option C. Option B refers to self-restraint of abusive behaviors toward others. Option D refers to
personal actions to promote wellness, recovery, and rehabilitation based on professional advice. It is
less specific than option C.
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