The client presents with symptoms of alcohol withdrawal and states, "I haven't eaten in three days." The nurse's assessment reveals BP 170/100 mm Hg, P 110, R 28, and T 97$\degree$F (36$\degree$C) with dry mucous membranes and poor skin turgor. What should be the priority nursing diagnosis?

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The priority nursing diagnosis should be Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements, as the client has not eaten in three days and has poor skin turgor along with dry mucous membranes, indicating dehydration and malnourishment. The client's other symptoms, such as alcohol withdrawal and elevated blood pressure, can be addressed after the immediate need for nutrition is addressed.

The Client Presents with Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal and States °\degree°

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