A 47-year-old client has been admitted to the hospital after being found unconscious in a park. Upon regaining consciousness, the client admits to heavy alcohol use over many years. Assessment reveals a low body mass index, low electrolyte levels, and impaired skin integrity. Vital signs are within normal ranges. What nursing diagnosis should be prioritized in the care of this client?

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Answer: Imbalanced nutrition: less than body requirements related to chronic alcohol intake

Explanation:

The person who was found unconscious in the park and admits that he is taking alcohol over many years. Taking alcohol for a longer period of time makes a person weak.

Further assessment revels that he is low in electrolyte levels, malnutrition, impaired skin integrity shows chronic alcohol intake.

Hence, the priority should be nutritional balance.

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