A patient is admitted to the emergency department with acute alcohol intoxication. What would it be important to assess this patient for?

A) Depression
B) Hypoglycemia
C) Suicidal ideations
D) Hyperglycemia


Ans: B

Feedback: In the ED, the patient is assessed for head injury, hypoglycemia (which mimics intoxication), and other health problems. Therefore options A, C, and D are incorrect.

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