Which assessment findings lead the nurse to suspect that the patient has a history of alcohol abuse?

A) The patient has prominent tiny blood vessels running across the face.
B) The patient's skin is abnormally dry and flaky,especially on the legs.
C) The patient's nails have splinter hemorrhages along the nail bed.
D) The patient's breath smells faintly of fruity chewing gum.

Alcohol Abuse

The excessive and harmful consumption of alcohol, leading to negative health and social consequences.

Tiny Blood Vessels

Refers to the small vessels such as capillaries that facilitate the exchange of water, oxygen, carbon dioxide, and many other nutrients and waste substances between blood and the tissues.

Splinter Hemorrhages

Tiny blood clots that run vertically under the nails, often indicative of an infection or other medical condition.