ATI Mental Health Practice B 2023

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A nurse is caring for a client who is experiencing acute alcohol withdrawal. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: The correct answer is A: Hand tremors. During acute alcohol withdrawal, the central nervous system is hyperexcitable due to the sudden absence of alcohol. This can lead to symptoms such as hand tremors, anxiety, agitation, and even seizures. Stuporous level of consciousness (choice
B) is not expected in alcohol withdrawal, as clients typically exhibit hyperactivity. Bradycardia (choice
C) and hypotension (choice
D) are unlikely findings, as alcohol withdrawal commonly causes increased heart rate and blood pressure due to sympathetic nervous system activation.

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