A patient is admitted to the hospital with confusion, memory loss, and ataxia. What other information would lead you to suspect that his symptoms may be caused by secondary thiamin deficiency?
a. The patient has very limited funds and has been eating mainly rice and beans.
b. The patient admits that he struggles with alcoholism.
c. The patient has a family history of Alzheimer’s disease.
d. The patient is recovering from a minor stroke.
Answer: b. The patient admits that he struggles with alcoholism.
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