A nurse manager is talking to a nurse who she suspects has alcohol use disorder. The nurse tells the nurse manager, "I don't have a problem. I'm just tired." The nurse manager should identify that the nurse is using which of the following defense mechanisms?

A nurse is collecting data from a client who is experiencing alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following is an expected finding?

A nurse is caring for a client who presents to an outpatient treatment center seeking help for gambling. After performing an intake assessment, the nurse should identify which of the following statements by the client as a sign of a gambling addiction?

The nurse is assessing a client's risk factors for developing a substance abuse disorder. Which family characteristic would the nurse identify as the most significant risk factor?

A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing opioid withdrawal. Which of the following medications should the nurse anticipate the provider to prescribe?

A nurse is assisting with the admission of a client who is experiencing acute alcohol intoxication. When working with this client, which of the following approaches should the nurse take?

A nurse is caring for a client who has depressive disorder, is in alcohol withdrawal, and reports a recent job loss. Which of the following should be the priority nursing intervention?

A nurse is caring for a client who has alcohol use disorder and is experiencing withdrawal. Which of the following interventions is the nurse's priority?

The nurse is assessing the drinking history of a client with a history of alcohol abuse. The client is being admitted after being found unresponsive in a public place. Which statement would indicate the use of defense mechanisms?

Which characteristic of the 12-step program distinguishes it from other programs?

A nurse is educating a group of clients about addiction. The nurse should include that which of the following factors increases the potential for addiction?