The nurse is caring for a client undergoing stage 3 of the alcohol withdrawal process. The client reports that "bugs are crawling all over my skin." This is a manifestation of what withdrawal symptom?

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Alcohol hallucinosis is characterized by auditory, visual, or tactile hallucinations experienced during alcohol withdrawal, such as the sensation of bugs crawling on the skin. This symptom typically occurs within 12 to 24 hours after the last drink and can last up to 2 days.

The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Undergoing Stage 3