Aclient with a history of heavy alcohol use is seen at the clinic with acute gastritis. Which statement by the client indicates that the client is in the contemplation stage of change?
A)"I am older and wiser now, and I know I can change my drinking behaviour."
B)"Alcohol has never bothered my stomach. I think it's likely that I have the flu."
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."

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This statement indicates that the client recognizes that alcohol use is the reason for the gastritis but is not yet willing to make a change. The statement "I am older and wiser now, and I know I can change my drinking behaviour" indicates a client at the preparation stage. The remaining two statements are typical of the precontemplation stage.

Aclient with a History of Heavy Alcohol Use Is Seen