A nurse can assist a patient diagnosed with addiction and the patient's family in which aspects of relapse prevention? (Select all that apply.)
A) Rehearsing techniques to handle anticipated stressful situations
B) Advising the patient to accept residential treatment if relapse occurs
C) Assisting the patient to identify life skills needed for effective coping
D) Isolating self from significant others and social situations until sobriety is established
E) Teaching the patient about the physical changes to expect as the body adapts to functioning without substances

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Nurses can be helpful as a patient assesses needed life skills and in providing appropriate referrals. Anticipatory problem solving and role-playing are good ways of rehearsing effective strategies for handling stressful situations. The nurse can participate in role-playing and help the patient evaluate the usefulness of new strategies. The nurse can also provide valuable information about the physiologic changes that can be expected and the ways in which to cope with these changes. Residential treatment is not usually necessary after relapse. Patients need the support of friends and family to establish and maintain sobriety.

A Nurse Can Assist a Patient Diagnosed with Addiction and the Patient's