During alcohol withdrawal, which of the following findings is commonly observed?

During alcohol withdrawal, diaphoresis, or excessive sweating, is a commonly observed symptom. It occurs as the body reacts to the absence of alcohol, which it has become accustomed to over time. This withdrawal process can stimulate the sympathetic nervous system, leading to increased perspiration as a physiological response to the stress of withdrawal. Diaphoresis is often part of a constellation of symptoms that may include tremors, anxiety, and elevated heart rate.

In contrast, other findings mentioned, such as decreased blood pressure, pin-point pupils, and bradycardia, are typically not associated with alcohol withdrawal. Decreased blood pressure can occur in various conditions but is not a hallmark sign of alcohol withdrawal. Pin-point pupils are more commonly linked to opioid use rather than alcohol, and bradycardia, or a slower heart rate, does not typically occur in withdrawal situations where tachycardia, or increased heart rate, is usually seen as the body becomes agitated and stressed. Thus, diaphoresis is a clear indicator of the physiological reactions during alcohol withdrawal.