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Delirium Tremens Management in ICU by sunil Agarwal is a document available to read on EtoBox.

1) Alcohol withdrawal (AWS) is common but often misdiagnosed in ICU patients. Heavy drinking for as little as 15 days can precipitate withdrawal symptoms. 2) Symptoms range from minor tremors and anxiety within 6-12 hours of the last drink to potentially life-threatening delirium tremens between 48-96 hours. 3) Benzodiazepines such as midazolam and diazepam are the primary treatments used to manage symptoms and prevent complications like seizures.

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sunil Agarwal

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