The recognition and treatment of acute alcohol withdrawal.
For most patients alcohol detoxification is a comparatively smooth process. However, on rare occasions life-threatening complications can occur. This article describes the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal that are likely to be encountered in a general hospital setting, and offers evidence-based guidance on monitoring the process and providing nursing care.
Foster
John H
JH
Department of Health and Social Sciences, Middlesex University, London.
D000208:Acute Disease; D000430:Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D020270:Alcohol Withdrawal Seizures / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D008991:Monitoring, Physiologic / Q000451:nursing; D024802:Nurse's Role; D009730:Nursing Assessment / Q000379:methods; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D011795:Surveys and Questionnaires