Nicky has been disoriented, has experienced short-term memory loss, and she walks with a staggering gait. Which of the following conditions has Nicky experienced?

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Nicky is experiencing symptoms of Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome, which is caused by thiamin (vitamin B1) deficiency. Beriberi and pellagra are also caused by micronutrient deficiencies (thiamin and niacin, respectively), but do not present with the same symptoms as Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome. Thiamin flush is not a recognized medical condition.

Nicky Has Been Disoriented, Has Experienced Short-Term Memory Loss, and She