Treating alcohol dependence in a district general hospital.
A strategy for managing alcohol problems within the general hospital setting should involve improved recognition of acute physical complications of alcohol withdrawal and dependence. Research shows that opportunistic interventions at this stage can reduce alcohol consumption by 25% in excessive drinkers. Support should be available from a local community alcohol service.
Burnill
Rebecca
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Daly
Chris
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D000437:Alcoholism / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000628:therapy*; D006266:Health Education; D006760:Hospitalization; D006767:Hospitals, District; D006769:Hospitals, General; D009042:Motivation; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D013375:Substance Withdrawal Syndrome / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D014815:Vitamins / Q000008:administration & dosage
D014815:Vitamins