You respond to the aid of a 19-year-old patient who is reported to have taken an overdose of a prescribed medication. She exhibits combativeness and severe tremors. Her blood pressure is 160/100 mmHg, and her pulse is 132. Sinus tachycardia appears on her ECG. Which of the following classification of drugs is most likely to cause these symptoms?

A) Benzodiazepines
B) Amphetamines
C) Opiates
D) Barbiturates

B

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