Alcohol Dependence Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of alcohol dependence
A
Craving + intolerance to alcohol with continued drinking despite harmful effects of it especially if the px has liver cirrhosis
2
Q
Max drinking per week
A
14 unit w/ few days rest
3
Q
Assessment tool for alcohol dependence
A
Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test
4
Q
Alcohol withdrawal mild symptoms (3)
A
HTN
Tachycardia
Anxiety
5
Q
Alcohol withdrawal moderate symptoms (2)
A
Coarse tremor
Agitation
6
Q
Vitamins given in alcohol dependence
A
Thiamine (B1)
B12
(Reduced absorption in alcoholics)
7
Q
Med given to help alcohol dependants during their abstinence
A
Acamprosate
