Psychosocial IntegrityQuestion 1583 of 2368
Which question by the nurse best reflects a nonjudgmental approach when assessing alcohol use?
- "You do not have a drinking problem, do you?"
- "Tell me about how much alcohol you drink in a typical week."
- "Alcohol can ruin your life, so how much do you drink?"
- "Do you drink more than most people should?"
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Correct answer: "Tell me about how much alcohol you drink in a typical week."
A nonjudgmental approach prevents the client from feeling stigmatized and encourages honest answers.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Health History: Substance Use and Abuse. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Psychosocial Integrity"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026