Arianna Is Concerned That She May Have a Drinking Problem

question 4

Multiple Choice

Arianna is concerned that she may have a drinking problem and shares this with her nurse. The nurse asks about her alcohol use and reviews her health history. On the basis of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, fifth edition (DSM-5) diagnostic criteria, which of the following findings would indicate that Arianna has alcohol-use disorder? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Arianna typically has two drinks when she goes out with her friends
• B) Arianna has gone from being a straight-A student to failing three classes since she started drinking 6 months ago
• C) Arianna has experienced headaches, nausea, tremors, and anxiety when she has tried to stop drinking
• D) Arianna starts feeling buzzed after just one beer
• E) Arianna has passed out from drinking on several occasions

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