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You are caring for a patient who is being prepared for surgery. The patient has a history of alcohol abuse. Which of the following would the patient be at risk for because of the alcohol abuse?

Impaired liver metabolism
Hyperviaminosis
Central nervous system stimulation
Hypermagnesemia

Explanation

Answer: A - A patient with a history of alcohol abuse would be at risk for impaired liver function. This is a concern for the patient going to surgery because of the medications the patient will be administered in surgery. These medications could have increased effectiveness if they are not metabolized properly in the liver, as the patient may not be able to filter them out.

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