Substance abuse might be suspected in a patient who has:
1. abnormal liver function tests and a GI bleed.
2. a positive syphilis screen and varicose veins.
3. a fungal infection and a potassium level of 4.2. mEq/L.
4. a decreased albumin level and creatinine level of 1.2 mg/dL.
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Abnormal liver function tests and a GI bleed indicate substance abuse.
PTS: 1 DIF: Cognitive Level: Application REF: 1268
OBJ: 2 TOP: Diagnostic Tests
KEY: Nursing Process Step: Assessment MSC: NCLEX: Physiological Integrity
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