You are transporting a 35-year-old male who has a history of alcoholism. He stopped drinking 4 days ago and is now disoriented, diaphoretic, and tachycardic. You should be MOST concerned that he:
A) may have a seizure.
B) is severely dehydrated.
C) will begin hallucinating.
D) will develop a high fever.
Ans: A) may have a seizure.
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