Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who reports spending 12 hr daily playing video games online. The client has spent a significant amount of money betting on these games. They lost their job due to missed work and they filed for bankruptcy because of their gambling debts. Their partner was supporting them financially until the partner left the client out of frustration with their behavior. Which of the following manifestations of non-substance addiction is characteristic of the client's behavior?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
Compulsive gaming despite consequences defines non-substance addiction. Apathy, bankruptcy, and depression are outcomes or co-occurring issues, not the core behavior.