When dealing with patient who has a values conflict in which substance abuse or an addiction is involved, the nurse should conduct an assessment interview and use which techniques that will make the interview most effective?
A) Listen for subtle signs of denial.
B) Directly confront the patient about his drug abuse.
C) Use a matter-of-fact approach to inform the patient.
D) Provide straightforward information.
E) Avoid direct confrontation.

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The most effective approach for dealing with a values conflict in which substance abuse or an addiction is involved is to begin with an assessment interview, during which the nurse should: listen for the subtle signs of denial, avoid direct confrontation, use a matter-of-fact approach to inform the patient of the reality of the consequences of the harmful behavior, and provide straightforward information about the effects of the substance abuse.

When Dealing with Patient Who Has a Values Conflict in Which