A patient is receiving acupuncture as a complementary treatment for alcoholism.An expected outcome would be that the patient will:

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Given that the theory underlying acupuncture is that it stimulates certain physiological responses that play a role in pain or other disorders,a reduced craving for alcohol would be the most appropriate expectation or outcome listed here for a complementary treatment for alcoholism.Complementary treatment would not be expected to relieve or prevent withdrawal.The other outcomes are not directly related to the patient's problem.

A Patient Is Receiving Acupuncture as a Complementary Treatment for Alcoholism.An