A client admitted for an unrelated issue begins to exhibit tremors, diaphoresis, and increased heart rate 12 hours after admission. The client denies alcohol use, but the nurse suspects alcohol withdrawal. Which question is most appropriate for the nurse to ask next?
✓ Correct Answer: Option A
To confirm suspicion of alcohol withdrawal and guide immediate treatment, determining the exact time of the client's last alcohol intake is crucial for anticipating the severity and progression of withdrawal symptoms.