A patient with a history of alcohol dependency is demonstrating signs of a thiamine deficiency. What did the nurse assess in this patient? Select all that apply.

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1. Ataxia is a manifestation of a thiamine deficiency.
2. Nystagmus is a manifestation of a thiamine deficiency.
3. Peripheral neuropathy is a manifestation of thiamine deficiency.
4. Fatigue is a general manifestation of a nutritional deficiency and not specific to a thiamine deficiency.
5. Muscle wasting is a general manifestation of a nutritional deficiency and not specific to a thiamine deficiency.

A Patient with a History of Alcohol Dependency Is Demonstrating