A nurse is caring for a 47-year-old man who is admitted in the substance abuse unit for alcohol detoxification. The patient exhibits signs and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, including hallucinations. Which of the following medications do you anticipate will be ordered for alcohol withdrawal?
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