Which is the priority nursing intervention for a client admitted for acute alcohol intoxication?
A. Darken the room to reduce stimuli in order to prevent seizures.
B. Assess aggressive behaviors in order to intervene to prevent injury to self or others.
C. Administer lorazepam (Ativan) to reduce the rebound effects on the central nervous system.
D. Teach the negative effects of alcohol on the body.
ANS: B
Symptoms associated with the syndrome of alcohol intoxication include but are not limited to aggressiveness, impaired judgment, impaired attention, and irritability. Safety is a nursing priority in this situation.
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