The nurse is assessing a patient admitted with acute liver failure of unknown etiology. Which statement made by the family requires additional investigation?
1. "I thought her skin color change was due to going to the indoor tanning booth."
2. "She has been exercising by gathering wild berries and greens for salads."
3. "We went to the mall last week and she got pretty tired while shopping."
4. "She was exposed to influenza last week when she went to visit her sister."
Answer: 2
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).