A nurse is caring for a client who has a new diagnosis of somatic symptoms disorder. The nurse should identify that the client must have been experiencing manifestations of the disorder for how long before diagnosis?

D. Alcohol withdrawal is characterized by a range of symptoms that can vary in severity. Some common symptoms include increased heart rate (tachycardia), sweating, tremors, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, and agitation.

A. Alcohol withdrawal is more commonly associated with increased blood pressure rather than decreased blood pressure. Nausea can be a symptom of alcohol withdrawal, particularly in the early stages, but it is not necessarily a defining characteristic.

B. Constipation and pupil constriction are not typically associated with alcohol withdrawal. These symptoms are more commonly seen with opioid withdrawal.

C Bone and muscle aches are common symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. They can occur as a result of the body's reaction to the sudden cessation of alcohol intake and the associated changes in neurotransmitter levels.

A. Neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS) occurs in newborns who have been exposed to opioids or other addictive substances while in the womb, typically due to maternal substance use during pregnancy.

B. The term "substance use disorder" typically refers to the condition in the person who is using the substance, rather than the manifestations experienced by the newborn.

C. Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) occurs in infants born to mothers who consumed alcohol during pregnancy. It is characterized by a range of physical, cognitive, and behavioral abnormalities, including growth deficiencies, facial abnormalities, and intellectual disabilities.

D. Tolerance refers to the body's decreased response to a substance due to repeated exposure. While tolerance can develop in both the mother and the fetus when opioids are used during pregnancy, the manifestations observed in the newborn, such as irritability, tremors, and feeding difficulties, are not indicative of tolerance.