Alcohol Dependence Flashcards
1
Q
Tools to measure alcohol dependence
A
- Audit Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (AUDIT)
* Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment Scale for Alcohol, Revised (CIWA-Ar)
2
Q
When is a fibroscan of the liver indicated?
A
- Men > 50units/week for 3 monthes
* Women > 35units/week for 3 monthes
3
Q
Decompensated Liver disease admission Key recommendations
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- Gastroenterology/Hepatology review – 72 hours • Liver screen
- Vitamins
- Fluid balance
- Nutritional assessment
- Infection screen/ascitic tap.
