Which medical problems would a client with chronic alcohol abuse most likely experience? Select all that apply
a. Gastrointestinal disturbances
b. Cardiac dysrhythmias
c. Depression
d. Organic brain syndrome
A, B, C, D
Gastrointestinal disturbances, cardiac dysrhythmias, depression, and organic brain syndrome are some effects of chronic alcohol abuse.
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