Police Bring a Patient to the Emergency Department After an Automobile

question 33

Multiple Choice

Police bring a patient to the emergency department after an automobile accident.The patient is ataxic with slurred speech and mild confusion.The blood alcohol level is 400 mg/dl (0.4 mg %) .Considering the relationship between behavior and blood alcohol level,which conclusion can the nurse draw? The patient:

• A)rarely drinks alcohol.
• B)has a high tolerance to alcohol.
• C)has been treated with disulfiram (Antabuse).
• D)has recently ingested both alcohol and sedative drugs.

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Definitions:

Positive

Characterized by the presence of or emphasizing what is good or beneficial in a situation or person.

Negative

Denotes a detrimental or undesirable outcome, perception, or characteristic that can affect morale, productivity, and overall performance in various contexts.

Biases

Prejudices or inclinations that affect one’s judgment or decision-making process, often in an unfair way.

Low Risk

A classification indicating a lesser chance of loss, harm, or failure, often used in finance, health, and safety assessments.