On the first day of a client's alcohol detoxification, which nursing intervention should take priority?

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Administering ordered chlordiazepoxide (Librium) is the priority because it treats the client's alcohol withdrawal symptoms, such as anxiety, agitation, and seizures. Without proper management of withdrawal symptoms, the client is at risk for complications and may be unable to effectively participate in other interventions such as education about the consequences of alcohol abuse or attending Alcoholics Anonymous meetings. Vitamin supplementation may also be appropriate, but it is not the priority intervention on the first day of detoxification.

On the First Day of a Client's Alcohol Detoxification, Which