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Asked by Clara Gorges on May 11, 2024

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A patient who was admitted 24 hours ago has become increasingly irritable and now says there are bugs on his bed. Which condition should the nurse suspect?

A) Alcohol-induced psychosis
B) Delirium tremens (DTs)
C) Neurologic injury related to a fall
D) Posttraumatic stress reaction

Delirium Tremens

A severe form of alcohol withdrawal involving sudden and severe mental or nervous system changes.

Alcohol-Induced Psychosis

A state of psychosis triggered by excessive consumption of alcohol, characterized by hallucinations and delusions.

Neurologic Injury

Damage to the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, or peripheral nerves, which can result in a range of functional impairments.

  • Diagnose and differentiate between conditions caused or exacerbated by substance use.
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Valentin AffanaMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
During the 6 to 96 hours after last alcohol use, patients may experience DTs, as evidenced by disorientation, nightmares, abdominal pain, nausea, and diaphoresis, as well as elevated temperature, pulse rate, and blood pressure measurement and visual and auditory hallucinations.

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