A Patient with a History of Heavy Alcohol Use Is

Multiple Choice

A patient with a history of heavy alcohol use is seen at the clinic with acute gastritis. Which statement by the patient indicates that the patient is in the contemplation stage of change?

A) "Alcohol has never bothered my stomach. I think it's likely that I have the flu."
B) "I am older and wiser now, and I know I can change my drinking behavior."
C) "I think my drinking is affecting my stomach, but maybe some drugs will help."
D) "People say that I drink too much, but I really feel pretty good most of the time."