A nurse is caring for a client admitted for alcohol use disorder who reports using alcohol to deal with stress. Which of the following actions should the nurse take to assist the client in maintaining self-control of the behavior?

Provide the client with periods of alone time for reflection on their behavior.

Discuss strategies with the client to reduce alcohol consumption gradually.

Have the client’s partner assume responsibility for monitoring the client’s alcohol intake.

Give positive feedback to the client for using adaptive coping strategies.

The correct answer is: d) Give positive feedback to the client for using adaptive coping strategies.