A client brought into the emergency department as a result of an automobile accident has a blood alcohol level (BAL) is 0.10 mg%. Based on this finding, the nurse would expect to assess which of the following?

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A BAL of 0.10 mg% would be manifested by difficulty driving and coordinating movements. Ataxia and emotional lability would be associated with a BAL of 0.20 mg%. Stupor would be associated with a BAL of 0.30 mg%.

A Client Brought into the Emergency Department as a Result