A Patient Who Is Alcohol Intoxicated Must Undergo Emergency Surgery

A patient who is alcohol intoxicated must undergo emergency surgery for a ruptured spleen.What does the nurse recognize about the postoperative period for this patient?

A) The patient will require lower than normal doses of analgesics.
B) The patient is likely to develop withdrawal symptoms within 24 hours.
C) The patient is at increased risk for bleeding and respiratory complications.
D) The patient should be stimulated every hour to prevent the prolonged effects of the anaesthesia.