A Patient with Bipolar Disorder Drinks a Six-Pack of Beer

A patient with bipolar disorder drinks a six-pack of beer each day. He tells the nurse that it is the only way he can relax. What is an appropriate nursing intervention for this patient?

A) Plan for follow-up support.
B) Encourage re-evaluation of current behavior.
C) Encourage and provide feedback on small steps toward change.
D) Help the patient identify feelings of loss and contrast with long-term benefits.