When working with families of substance abusers, the first objective of the health care team is probably to:
a. identify the family enabler.
b. identify obstacles to the client's recovery.
c. restore hope to the client and family.
d. have the family confront the abuser.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Although this is important, it is not the first objective.
B Incorrect: Although this is important, it is not the first objective.
C Correct: Restoring hope to the client and family is the first objective.
D Incorrect: This is not the first objective, as this could negatively affect the client's success in recovering.
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