Andy Wells11 months ago

Consequences of Heavy Alcohol Use and Malnutrition

Cognitive impairment in a patient with a history of homelessness, heavy alcohol use, and malnourishment Paramedics brought a 48-year-old man who had no fixed place of residence with complaints of confusion and agitation. Initially, the patient could not give history, however, after initial management, he reported self-neglect, heavy alcohol use, and poor diet. On initial examination, he appeared to be thin with an extremely poor general condition. Click to read the full case...