A nurse is caring for a client who is a chronic alcoholic. The nurse educates the client about the harmful effects of alcohol and educates the family on how to cope with the client and his alcohol addiction. Which of the following skills is the nurse using?
A) Caring
B) Comforting
C) Counseling
D) Assessment

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Counseling involves educating and assisting clients and their families in coping with illnesses or situations that affect their well-being. In this scenario, the nurse is educating the client and family on the harmful effects of alcohol and providing them with coping mechanisms to manage the addiction.

A Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is a Chronic