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on: Jul 11, 2018
A patient with Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome has the nursing diagnosis impaired memory, related to neurotoxicity of alcohol. Which defining characteristic applies to this diagnosis?
 
  a. Confabulation
  b. Hallucinosis
  c. Flashbacks
  d. Blackouts

Question 2

Which assessment findings related to a 68-year-old patient should be identified as risk factors for late-onset alcohol abuse and dependence? Select all that apply.
 
  a. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  b. Insomnia
  c. Male gender
  d. Boredom and loneliness
  e. Recent loss of spouse


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Reply #1 on: Jul 11, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Confabulation is a symptom typically displayed by an individual with Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome. The individual attempts to make up for memory loss by filling in the blanks with false memories. The other options are not symptoms of memory impairment associated with Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome.

Answer to Question 2

A, B, D, E
Insomnia or chronic medical illness might lead the individual to use alcohol to self-medicate. Loss of a spouse, boredom, and loneliness often result in alcohol use to escape emotional distress. Statistics show that more women than men develop late-onset problem drinking.


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