A 35 year old presents to the emergency department for alco…
A 35 year old presents to the emergency department for alcohol toxicity. While taking the history, the nurse discovers the patient drinks on average one fifth of vodka per night. When not drinking, the patient experiences tremors and feels unwell until drinking again. When asked about quitting patient states unsuccessful attempts have been made several times. He knows that he needs to get control over the drinking because it is seriously impairing relationship with their partner and their 13 year old daughter. When educating the patient about withdrawal symptoms which of the following statements are true?