Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders

A patient was admitted 48 hours ago for injuries sustained while intoxicated. The patient is shaky, irritable, anxious, and diaphoretic. The pulse rate is 130 beats/min. The patient shouts, 'Snakes are crawling on my bed. I've got to get out of here.' What is the most accurate assessment of the situation?

A. The patient is attempting to obtain attention by manipulating staff.

B. The patient may have sustained a head injury before admission.

C. The patient has symptoms of alcohol withdrawal delirium.

D. The patient is having a recurrence of an acute psychosis.

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