A client admitted to the emergency department exhibits agitation, tremors, a heart rate of 120 bpm, and confusion. This presentation indicates the client is experiencing withdrawal from substances such as alcohol or benzodiazepines.
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The correct answer is true. Withdrawal symptoms such as agitation, tremors, tachycardia, and confusion are hallmark signs of withdrawal from central nervous system depressants like alcohol and benzodiazepines. These symptoms occur because the central nervous system compensates for the lack of suppressive input from these substances by becoming hyperactive. Recognizing these signs allows for timely administration of interventions, such as benzodiazepines or supportive care. Incorrect answers stem from a failure to connect the clinical signs with substance withdrawal or may confuse them with symptoms of intoxication, which often include sedation rather than hyperactivity.
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