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The Nurse Is Caring for a Client with Alcohol Dependence

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The nurse is caring for a client with alcohol dependence who has been admitted to the hospital with chest pain. Twenty-four hours after admission, the client becomes very tremulous and anxious. Which of the following actions should the nurse implement?


A) Insert an IV line and infuse fluids.
B) Promote oral intake to 3 000 mL/day.
C) Provide a quiet, well-lit environment.
D) Administer opioids to provide sedation.

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