A Patient with a Known History of Heavy Alcohol Use

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient with a known history of heavy alcohol use has been admitted to the intensive care unit after he was found unconscious outside a bar.The nurse monitors him closely 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

---

Definitions:

Specific Performance

A legal remedy requiring a party to execute a contract according to the precise terms agreed on, rather than paying damages.

Restitution

A legal principle that requires a party to restore the other party to their original position prior to a loss or injury, or to compensate for the loss.

Injunction

A legal order that requires an individual or entity to do or to cease doing a specific action.

Damages

Monetary compensation awarded to a party in a legal proceeding as a remedy for loss or injury.