A patient tells the nurse, "My husband lost his job. He's abusive only when he drinks too much. His family was like that when he was growing up. He always apologizes and regrets hurting me." What risk factor was most predictive for the husband to become abusive?

A) History of family violence
B) Loss of employment
C) Abuse of alcohol
D) Poverty

Family Violence

Physical, sexual, emotional, or psychological harm inflicted by a family member on another in the context of familial relationships.

Alcohol Abuse

Excessive and harmful consumption of alcohol, leading to addiction and negative impact on health and social life.

Unemployment

A situation where an individual who is able and willing to work is unable to find employment.