A patient is admitted into a substance abuse treatment center and is withdrawing from alcohol. Which statement made by the patient's family member shows a need for further education?
a. "Withdrawal symptoms can begin within a few hours of discontinuation of drinking."
b. "Withdrawal symptoms will improve within 24 hours."
c. "Less than 1% of patients develop delirium tremens."
d. "Benzodiazepines are commonly used for detoxification."
ANS: B
Withdrawal symptoms may continue for 3 to 10 days. Withdrawal symptoms can begin within a few hours of discontinuation of drinking. Less than 1% of patients develop delirium tremens. Benzodiazepines are commonly used for detoxification.
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