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What are some disorders that patients with AWS often have in addition to alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
What are some disorders that patients with AWS often have in addition to alcohol withdrawal syndrome?
- Alcoholic hepatitis and sepsis (correct)
- Pneumonia and diabetes
- Migraine and asthma
- Anemia and hypertension
When do individuals with chronic alcohol use who are hospitalized often develop withdrawal symptoms?
When do individuals with chronic alcohol use who are hospitalized often develop withdrawal symptoms?
- 1 week after admission
- Immediately after admission
- 24 hours after admission
- 48–72 hours after admission (correct)
What is a recommended tool for screening admitted patients for alcohol use disorder?
What is a recommended tool for screening admitted patients for alcohol use disorder?
- Blood pressure measurement
- CAGE or AUDIT-C test (correct)
- Vision test
- Dental examination
What should marked alterations in laboratory findings in AWS prompt suspicion for?
What should marked alterations in laboratory findings in AWS prompt suspicion for?
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