When caring for a known alcoholic patient with severe trauma to the chest and abdomen, you should be concerned that: Select one: A. long bone fractures are likely because chronic alcohol consumption weakens the structure of the bones. B. internal bleeding may be profuse because prolonged alcohol use may impair the blood’s ability to clot. C. delirium tremens (DTs) are commonly induced by physical trauma and can lead to life-threatening seizures. D. signs and symptoms of shock may be masked by the stimulant effects produced by alcohol.

When caring for a known alcoholic patient with severe trauma to the chest and abdomen, you should be concerned that:
Select one:
A. long bone fractures are likely because chronic alcohol consumption weakens the structure of the bones.
B. internal bleeding may be profuse because prolonged alcohol use may impair the blood’s ability to clot.
C. delirium tremens (DTs) are commonly induced by physical trauma and can lead to life-threatening seizures.
D. signs and symptoms of shock may be masked by the stimulant effects produced by alcohol.

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