Problem:
A 49-year-old man presents to the emergency department for sweating and tremors. The patient drinks one bottle of liquor per day and stopped suddenly because of a pending court case. He last consumed alcohol 3 days ago. On physical examination, his blood pressure is 168/105 mm Hg, heart rate rate is 106/minute, respirations are 22/minute, and temperature is 99.3°F. The patient appears agitated and restless, with a visible tremor of bilateral hands. The triage team ordered folic acid, thiamine, and a multivitamin. Which of the following is the most appropriate disposition? Admit the patient and start diazepam Admit the patient and start disulfiram Admit the patient and start naltrexone Discharge the patient with a prescription for chlordiazepoxide Discharge the patient with a prescription for diazepam. Need Assignment Help?