Burt has just gone "on the wagon" and has quit using alcohol "cold turkey." He is now experiencing sweating, tachycardia, mental confusion, incoherent speech, disorientation,
Terrifying hallucinations, and extreme restlessness. His symptoms are typical of ______.
A) alcohol overdose
B) alcohol tolerance
C) delirium tremens
D) hypnagogic shock

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Burt is exhibiting symptoms of delirium tremens, which is a severe form of alcohol withdrawal that can be life-threatening. The symptoms include sweating, tachycardia, mental confusion, incoherent speech, disorientation, hallucinations, and extreme restlessness. Alcohol overdose can cause symptoms such as vomiting, seizures, and difficulty breathing, but it is not the case for Burt as he has quit alcohol. Alcohol tolerance refers to the body's ability to handle alcohol, but it is not related to Burt's symptoms. Hypnagogic shock is not a recognized medical condition.

Burt Has Just Gone "On the Wagon" and Has Quit