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Alcoholism HESI Case Study Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the most common physical sign of chronic alcoholism?✔✔Jaundice and liver enlargement
Which neurotransmitter system is most affected by alcohol use?✔✔GABA and dopamine pathways
What is the priority nursing assessment for a patient admitted for alcohol withdrawal?✔✔Monitoring vital signs and signs of delirium tremens
Which symptom indicates severe alcohol withdrawal?✔✔Seizures or hallucinations
What is the main goal of treatment for a patient with alcoholism?✔✔Achieve and maintain sobriety
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Which lab test is commonly elevated in chronic alcohol use?✔✔AST (aspartate aminotransferase)
What is the first-line pharmacologic treatment for alcohol withdrawal?✔✔Benzodiazepines
Which vitamin deficiency is most commonly associated with alcoholism?✔✔Thiamine (Vitamin B1)
Which condition can result from chronic thiamine deficiency in alcoholism?✔✔Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome
What is the nurse’s priority when a patient reports cravings for alcohol?✔✔Provide support and refer to coping strategies
Which assessment finding may indicate alcohol-related liver disease?✔✔Ascites and spider angiomas
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