A male client has stopped smoking, plays golf twice a week, and drinks two glasses of wine a night because of learning it is good for the heart. Which response should the nurse make to this client?

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The current recommendation for alcohol intake is one drink per day for small men and women, whereas two drinks would be considered drinking in moderation for larger men. Moderate intake of alcohol can have some health benefits, but in excess has been linked to cancers, hypertension, depression, insomnia, and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Alcohol contains 7 calories/gram and should be identified as a source of calories.

A Male Client Has Stopped Smoking, Plays Golf Twice a Week