ALCOHOL WITHDRAWAL DELIRIUM

Course overview

Alcohol withdrawal delirium (commonly called delirium tremens [DTs]) is a serious, life-threatening complication of alcohol withdrawal. DTs is characterized by altered consciousness, mental confusion, and disorientation, and hallucinations and agitation develop in some cases. This continuing education module is designed to give the reader/learner an increased understanding of alcohol withdrawal delirium, including its clinical presentation, symptoms, and treatment, and to aid in caring for the patient with this diagnosis. Readers may explore any or all of the topics. One contact hour of continuing education credit is available for those who successfully complete the post-test and evaluation form.