First aid treatment of Alcoholic hallucinations its causes and diagnose- “Alcoholic Hallucinations”

Alcoholic Hallucinations

It is an acute toxic state that follows a prolonged heavy drinking. Hallucination is perception of sensation that does not exist.

The condition is diagnosed by the following features.

1. There is anxiety.
2. Irritability is seen
3. Agitation and insomnia are present.
4. Visual, tactile and auditory hallucinations are present.

First aid

1. Give the patient adequate sedation and support.
2. Keep him in a place with minimum disturbances