A Patient with a Known History of Heavy Alcohol Use

question 12

Multiple Choice

A patient with a known history of heavy alcohol use has been admitted to the ICU after he was found unconscious outside a bar. The nurse closely monitors him for symptoms of withdrawal. Which of these symptoms may occur during this time? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Bradycardia
• B) Coarse tremor of the hands
• C) Transient hallucinations
• D) Somnolence
• E) Sweating

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