A 77 year old publican was admitted for an appendectomy. Post-operation he becomes confused, agitated and starts to pick at things. He is then given an IV drug which settles this confusion. Which of the following drugs was given for his confusion?
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The key is B. Chlordiazepoxide. [Patient is alcoholic. On admission abstinence from alcohol caused this withdrawal symptom. Agitation, confusion and pick at things are suggestive of delirium tremens which is treated with Chlordiazepoxide].
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