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sjones · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

When administering intravenous fluids and other fluids to hydrate clients with a diagnosis of alcoholism, which of the following supplements must be given to prevent neurological damage?

a. vitamin A
b. zinc
c. thiamine
d. magnesium

Question 2

A patient comes to the mental health center after being held hostage during a bank robbery 2 days ago. The patient relates a number of symptoms, including intrusive thoughts, nightmares, and feelings of helplessness.

The nurse should consider the possibility that the patient is experiencing a _____ crisis. a. situational
b. maturational
c. developmental
d. pseudopsychological

ecabral0 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Thiamine must be given when hydrating clients diagnosed with alcoholism, to prevent neurological damage. Alcoholics are hypoglycemic. As hydration increases the metabolization of glucose, the client has an increased requirement for thiamine due to using up existing stores of it in the body.

Answer to Question 2

A
A situational crisis occurs when an accidental, uncommon, or unexpected event upsets psychological equilibrium.