When the nurse tries to explain alcoholism, she admits there is no one theory. The nurse is able to state that there may be a genetic tendency, because sons of alcoholic fathers have this risk of developing alcoholism:

A. a patient admits himself to a mental health care facility and can leave when they desire:
This describes voluntary admission, not involuntary. Voluntary patients can request discharge unless a danger is assessed.

B. a person not competent to make a decision is admitted by the family or health care proxy:
This is typically a substituted decision, but not the legal basis for involuntary admission, which requires meeting legal criteria like dangerousness.

C. a person exhibiting behavior that is dangerous to themself or others is compelled into treatment regardless of their own desires:
Involuntary admission is based on risk of harm to self or others or inability to care for oneself due to mental illness.

D. a mother wants to admit her child for a fever and the doctor does not want the child admitted:
This is unrelated to mental health or involuntary psychiatric admission and refers instead to a disagreement over general medical care.

A. Multi-disciplinary biological, psychological and social treatment plans
Effective treatment for late-stage addiction requires a comprehensive, integrated approach including detox, therapy, medical support, and social rehabilitation.

B. Self-directed treatment including complete abstinence
This may work for mild cases, but late-stage dependence typically requires professional intervention. Self-treatment is usually insufficient.

C. Punitive (punishment) to stop use of the addictive substance
Punishment alone does not address the underlying causes of addiction and often worsens stigma and resistance to care.

D. Treatment with medications and family support
These are important components but not enough on their own. A full plan must include psychological and social rehabilitation.