The nurse working in a drug rehabilitation facility is discussing codependent behaviors with the husband of a person who is addicted alcohol. Which of the following would be considered a codependent behavior?
A) Calling in sick at work on behalf of a hung-over 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: 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 their addiction.
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