The nurse is discussing a plan of treatment for a client with alcohol addiction who does not have insurance. In planning treatment for this client, the nurse would most likely refer the client to:
1. An inpatient treatment center.
2. A spiritual advisor.
3. A 12-step recovery program.
4. A nutritionist.
3. A 12-step recovery program.
Rationale:
Twelve-step recovery programs have a solid record of helping people overcome alcohol addictions and are available at no cost. An inpatient treatment center may be helpful, but such treatment is expensive, and even with insurance, it is typically not covered. A spiritual advisor may provide adjunct support to the recovery program. There are no known food linkages to alcohol addiction, although, the nurse might consider a nutritionist at some point during recovery.
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