Case study: Hospitalized client in alcohol withdrawal. Which laboratory or diagnostic finding would most strongly support the nurse's concern in this case?

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A. assessment findings consistent with escalating withdrawal rather than a single confirmatory lab — Assessment findings consistent with escalating withdrawal rather than a single confirmatory lab would strongly support the concern identified in this case.

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B. an unchanged screening test from last year

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C. normal electrolyte values

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D. a stable hemoglobin within expected range