A patient with chronic alcohol abuse tells the nurse that he is experiencing numbness and tingling of the hands and feet. After alerting the physician, which action would the nurse anticipate implementing?
A) Administering thiamine (vitamin B1)
B) Administering chlordiazepoxide
C) Administering glucagon
D) Administering hydration
A) Administering thiamine (vitamin B1)
Explanation: A) Chronic alcohol abuse is associated with vitamin deficiency, especially thiamine (vitamin B1), leading to peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness in the hands and feet).
B) Chlordiazepoxide is a benzodiazepine that is used to treat withdrawal.
C) Glucagon may be used to treat hypoglycemia in the unconscious patient.
D) Hydration may be required if the patient is dehydrated.
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