The nurse caring for a patient with suspected alcohol intoxication assesses for which condition that can mimic acute alcohol intoxication?

A) Hypoglycemia
B) Hyperglycemia
C) Hyponatremia
D) Hypokalemia


Ans: A
Feedback: Hypoglycemia can mimic alcohol intoxication and should be assessed in a patient with suspected alcohol intoxication.

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