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The nurse is preparing a client for discharge who has been taking alprazolam long-term for generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). When evaluating the client's grasp of the discharge teaching, which statement made by the client shows an understanding of the most important self-care goal?

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Rationale: Understanding the need to avoid abrupt discontinuation of alprazolam is critical to prevent withdrawal symptoms and rebound anxiety. Other statements are relevant but secondary.

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