Perceptions of alcohol-related attendances in accident and emergency departments in England: a national survey.
The results from a survey, conducted in February and March 1997, of all Accident and Emergency (A&E) departments in England are presented. The survey examined staff perceptions of the preventive role of A&E departments in screening and intervention in alcohol-related attendances. Perceptions of the prevalence of alcohol-related attendances were also included. Attitudes towards developing a preventive response were positive. Few departments currently screen or offer intervention and considerable barriers to the implementation of a preventive response were reported.
Health Education Authority, London, UK.
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D019973:Alcohol-Related Disorders / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000517:prevention & control; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D016009:Chi-Square Distribution; D003376:Counseling; D004636:Emergency Service, Hospital / Q000706:statistics & numerical data*; D004739:England / Q000453:epidemiology; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires