A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department Experiencing Disorientation

question 1

Multiple Choice

A patient is brought to the emergency department experiencing disorientation, confusion, and fever. The patient describes visual and auditory hallucinations. The patient's spouse states that the patient had several drinks 12 hours prior to passing out. A blood alcohol level is 0.2%. What is the recommended treatment?

• A) Benzodiazepines
• B) Intravenous fluids and rest
• C) Naloxone
• D) Phenobarbital

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