When a person with a history of chronic alcoholism is admitted to the hospital for surgery, the nurse anticipates that the patient may show signs of alcohol withdrawal delirium during which time period?

When a person with a history of chronic alcoholism is admitted to the hospital for surgery, the nurse anticipates that the patient may show signs of alcohol withdrawal delirium during which time period?


a) Immediately upon admission

b) Up to 72 hours after alcohol withdrawal

c) Up to 24 hours after alcohol withdrawal

d) Upon awakening in the postanesthesia care unit



Answer: Up to 72 hours after alcohol withdrawal


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