A nursing director has instituted mandatory alcohol and illegal drug screening and history for all new admissions, including older adults. The director knows that long-term use of alcohol can put patients at risk for which of the following? Select all that apply.

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Long-term alcohol use can lead to cardiomyopathy, pancreatitis, hypertension, and throat cancer due to its damaging effects on the heart, pancreas, blood pressure regulation, and increased risk of certain cancers. Gallbladder dysfunction is not directly linked to alcohol use.

A Nursing Director Has Instituted Mandatory Alcohol and Illegal Drug