Aspects of substance abuse relapse prevention in which the nurse can assist the client and family ...

B, C, D
Rationale: Option B: Nurses can be helpful as a client assesses needed life skills and in providing
appropriate referrals. Option C: Anticipatory problem solving and role playing are good ways of
rehearsing effective strategies for handling stressful situations. The nurse can participate in role
playing and can help the client evaluate the usefulness of new strategies. Option D: The nurse can
provide valuable information about physiological changes that can be expected and ways in which to
cope with these changes. Option A: Residential treatment is not usually necessary after relapse.