Asked by Veronica Otoya-Salazar on Jul 04, 2024
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The nurse is admitting a patient with an addiction to alcohol to a treatment center. Which screening tool should the nurse use to assess for symptoms of alcohol withdrawal?
A) TWEAK
B) AUDIT
C) SMAST-G
D) CIWA-Ar
Alcohol Withdrawal
Symptoms that occur when a person who is accustomed to regular alcohol intake suddenly stops or significantly reduces their alcohol consumption.
CIWA-Ar
A clinical tool used to assess the severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms and guide treatment decisions.
Screening Tool
An instrument or method used to detect the presence of disease, risk factors, or conditions in individuals who may not yet show symptoms.
- Acknowledge the necessity of accurate patient examination for the identification of substance abuse.
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Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the necessity of accurate patient examination for the identification of substance abuse.
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