Drug misuse and dependence Flashcards
1
Q
You supsect patient is in alcohol withdrawal. Which features would first be seen?
A
tremor
sweating
tachycardia
anxiety
2
Q
What is the time frame for initial symptoms of alcohol withdrawal to manifest?
A
6-12 hours
3
Q
Patient with alcohol excess is now seizing. When was their last drink?
A
around 36 hours ago
4
Q
Patient with alcohol history is now hallucinating that they are infested with ants. When was their last drink?
A
48-72 hours ago
5
Q
What are the symptoms of delirium tremens?
A
coarse tremor, confusion, delusions, auditory and visual hallucinations, fever, tachycardia
6
Q
What is the timelime of events in alcohol user who is withdrawing
A
alcohol withdrawal symptoms initially 6-12 hours
Seizures 36 hours
48-72 hours= delirium tremens
