A New Patient with a History of Alcoholism Is in the Emergency

question 3

Multiple Choice

A new patient with a history of alcoholism is in the emergency department (ED) with agitation, vomiting, and tremors. He tells you he had his last drink 24 hours ago. Which medication would most likely be ordered?

• A)Chlordiazepoxide
• B)Disulfiram
• C)Chlorpromazine
• D)Naloxone hydrochloride

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