Alcoholism Flashcards
1
Q
Symptoms of delirium tremens
A
o Hallucinations (auditory, visual, olfactory) o Confusion o Delusions o Severe agitation o Generalised tonic-clonic seizures
2
Q
How long after last intake of alcohol do delirium tremens occur?
When do they peak?
When do they recover?
A
Onset: after 8h
Peak: day 2
Recovery: by day 5
3
Q
Medication for delirium tremens
A
Chlordiazepoxide (BZD)
(as needed based on symptom score)
Barbiturates if not responding to BZD
