The nurse is assessing a patient who was reported to have an altered level of consciousness. The patient presents with rapid speech, impaired judgement, and rapidly fluctuating emotional state. After admission and treatment, the patient returns to a functional baseline. Which diagnosis best describes the patient’s behavior?

The nurse is discussing palliative care with the patient with metastatic colorectal cancer. The patient responds, "I'm not ready to give up. I want to keep fighting this disease." Which response from the nurse is most appropriate? 

The patient is brought to the emergency room by friends after a night of drinking alcohol. The patient is unable to speak clearly, appears to fall asleep while talking, and cannot stand alone. The nurse anticipates which blood alcohol level?