ATI RN
ATI 133 Mental Health Final Exam Questions
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A nurse is admitting a client with a history of alcohol use disorder. The nurse is aware that which of the following are potential physical symptoms of alcohol withdrawal? (Select all that apply.)
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D
Rationale: The correct answer is A, B, C, and D. Alcohol withdrawal can lead to seizures due to hyperexcitability of the nervous system. Tachycardia is common as alcohol withdrawal can cause increased heart rate and blood pressure. Hallucinations are possible due to disturbances in brain function. Tremors are a typical symptom of alcohol withdrawal, known as "the shakes."
Choices E and F, hypotension and G, are not typically associated with alcohol withdrawal. In summary, the correct symptoms are related to central nervous system hyperactivity, while the incorrect choices are not commonly observed in alcohol withdrawal.
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