verb General Slang

DT-ing

DEE-TEE-ing · verb · slang

Going through delirium tremens (alcohol withdrawal)

0

Definitions

1

To be experiencing delirium tremens — the severe, potentially fatal withdrawal syndrome from alcohol, with tremor, agitation and hallucinations.

“He's DT-ing hard — start the withdrawal protocol.”
by community
0

DT-ing In A Sentence

He's DT-ing hard — start the withdrawal protocol.

Origin & Usage

From 'delirium tremens'; standard nursing shorthand.

Variants DTingDTs

People Also Ask

What does 'DT-ing' mean?

It means a patient is experiencing delirium tremens — the severe, potentially fatal alcohol withdrawal syndrome with tremor, agitation and hallucinations.

What does DT stand for?

DT stands for 'delirium tremens.'

Is DT-ing dangerous?

Yes — delirium tremens can be life-threatening, which is why staff start a withdrawal protocol.

Comments 0