The nurse is teaching a client prescribed acamprosate calcium. Which of the following client comments indicates a need for further teaching?
a. "It is an effective treatment of alcohol abuse."
b. "It is not habit forming."
c. "It will help me cut down on my alcohol intake."
d. "It will not eliminate my withdrawal symptoms."
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
B Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
C Correct: Acamprosate calcium has not shown evidence of effectiveness in clients who have not stopped consuming alcohol.
D Incorrect: This demonstrates client understanding.
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