A Patient Arrives at the Clinic for Follow-Up Care for Pancreatitis

A patient arrives at the clinic for follow-up care for pancreatitis. The patient lives alone, has high cholesterol levels, and admits to alcoholism. What is the priority intervention for this patient?

A) Provide information on alcohol cessation programs.
B) Provide teaching about dietary needs.
C) Remind the patient of the implications of recurring jaundice.
D) Provide initial instruction on medication.