Dr. Sinha recommends drinking 120 mL (4 ounces) of an alcoholic beverage per day to his patient. The use of alcohol in this case is best described as __________.

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Instrumental use of alcohol refers to consuming it for a specific health benefit or medical recommendation, as opposed to recreational use which is for enjoyment or social reasons. Since Dr. Sinha recommends a specific amount for presumably health-related reasons, it falls under instrumental use.

Dr Sinha Recommends Drinking 120 ML (4 Ounces) of an Alcoholic