What Should Be the Priority Nursing Diagnosis for a Client

question 4

Multiple Choice

What should be the priority nursing diagnosis for a client experiencing alcohol withdrawal?

• A) Risk for injury R/T central nervous system stimulation
• B) Disturbed thought processes R/T tactile hallucinations
• C) Ineffective coping R/T powerlessness over alcohol use
• D) Ineffective denial R/T continued alcohol use despite negative consequences

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