A client presents to the emergency department vomiting large amounts of bright red blood. The client has a history of alcohol abuse, and the physician suspects

A. esophageal Varices
B. Chronic gastric Ulcer
C. Hiatal Hernia
D. Pancreatitis


Ans: A. esophageal Varices

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