An older adult patient shares with the admitting nurse that she drinks "one shot" of whiskey nightly to help her sleep.What intervention does the nurse add to this patient's care plan?
A) Assess the patient for slurred speech,lack of coordination,and nystagmus.
B) Address the effects of alcohol abuse with the patient.
C) Provide the patient with an alcohol substitute.
D) Assess the patient for signs of agitation,as well as anxiety and seizures.
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