Alcohol Behavior Assessment
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Alcohol Behavior Assessment
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J.T. is a 38-year-old male patient who presents for assessment and treatment of substance use disorder. He has a long history of chronic alcohol use, typically drinking a 6-pack of beer every evening. According to his primary care provider his physical examination and laboratory studies are all within normal limits and there are no documented medical conditions.
He admits that he personally does not truly believe he has substance use problem, but his wife does like the fact that he drinks, and they argue about it often. He loves his wife and does not want to argue, but he enjoys his beer and feels strongly that it is not hurting anything when he drinks. He thinks she is being unreasonable.
The PMHNP recognizes that he is at what point in the change process?
A. Precontemplative
B. Focusing
C. Unfreezing
D. Planning
