Question 1
The nurse plans care for a patient with alcohol withdrawal syndrome. Which criteria should the nurse use to determine the severity of the patient's symptoms from this syndrome? Select all that apply.
Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are selected.◦ Current blood alcohol level
◦ Concurrent illnesses
◦ History of previous withdrawals
◦ Current vital signs
◦ History of substance abuse
Question 2
During a focused assessment, the nurse learns that a patient consumes one 1,000-mL box of wine each day. If the patient is using a 5-ounce glass, how many drinks should the nurse document that this patient consumes daily? Round your number to the nearest whole number.
Equipment Used in Physical Assessment
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Nurse's hand over patients abdomen
Nursing history for mouth and pharyngeal assessment
ROM exercises on a patient’s wrist: flexion.