A 57-year-old woman is brought to A&E by her sister (2) | Medibuddy
4th November 2020

A 57-year-old woman is brought to A&E by her sister (2)

A 57-year-old woman is brought to A&E by her sister. Her sister had not heard the patient for several days and went to her house out of concern. She discovered the patient in a state of disorientation, and she did not recognise her own sister. The patient has a history of alcohol dependence, and her sister found several empty vodka bottles in her house. On examination, the patient has significant nystagmus, a broad-based staggering gait, and a bilateral hand tremor.

Which THREE of the following form the characteristic triad of the condition being described? Select THREE options only.

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