A person under the influence of CNS depressants will appear drunk. Intoxicating effects include drowsiness, slurred speech, and ___________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: staggering
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1. Advise the client to sue the physician. 2. Have the client contact a consumer agency. 3. Take the issue to the hospital ethics committee. 4. Notify the physician of the client's complaints.
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What will be an ideal response?
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