The nurse recognizes that which assessment finding in the client with alcoholism indicates a gastrointestinal complication?
1. Tarry, black stools
2. Loss of appetite
3. Nausea and vomiting
4. Dental caries
Answer: 1
1. Excessive intake of alcohol can lead to gastritis and GI bleeding; the latter will be manifested by tarry, black stools.
2. This is a side effect of excessive drinking.
3. This is a side effect of excessive drinking.
4. This is a side effect of excessive drinking.
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