A New Patient in an Alcoholism Rehabilitation Program Says, "I'm

Multiple Choice

A new patient in an alcoholism rehabilitation program says, "I'm just a social drinker. I usually have a drink or two at brunch, a few cocktails in the afternoon, wine at dinner, and a few drinks in the evening." Which response by the nurse will help the patient view the drinking more honestly?

A) "I see," and use interested silence.
B) "I think you may be drinking more than you report."
C) "Being a social drinker involves having a drink or two once or twice a week."
D) "You describe drinking steadily throughout the day and evening. Am I correct?"