All of the following could be true regarding Delerium tremens (DT) in a 36-year-old man who was brought to the emergency depament in a chaotic condition, EXCEPT:
Delirium tremens (DTs) is the most severe manifestation of alcohol withdrawal. During withdrawal from alcohol, the loss of GABA-receptor stimulation causes a reduction in chloride flux. It occurs 3-10 days following the last drink. Clinical manifestations include agitation, global confusion, disorientation, hallucinations, delusions, fever, hypeension, diaphoresis, and autonomic hyperactivity (tachycardia and hypeension).
Anterograde amnesia
Hallucination
Anxiety
Delusion