A nurse cares for a client who has chronic cirrhosis from substance abuse.The client states,"All of my family hates me." How should the nurse respond?

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Clients who have chronic cirrhosis may have alienated relatives over the years because of substance abuse.The nurse should assist the client to identify a friend,neighbor,or person in his or her recovery group for support.The nurse should not minimize the client's concerns by brushing off the client's comment.Attending AA may be appropriate,but this response doesn't address the client's concern.Making peace with the client's family may not be possible.This statement is not client-centered.

A Nurse Cares for a Client Who Has Chronic Cirrhosis