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1
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Why do people use drugs and drink?

A

Social influences
Deprived area of living
Mental health

2
Q

What problems can alcohol misuse lead to?

A

Physical health (cancer, heart disease)
Offending behaviours
Mental health problems

3
Q

Describe low risk drinking:

A

Abstention or people who drink within safe guidelines

4
Q

Describe hazardous drinking:

A

Drinking over sensible limits, either regular consumption or less frequent heavy sessions
No alcohol related problems

5
Q

Describe harmful drinking:

A

Above recommended limits and clear evidence of alcohol related harm

6
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Describe moderate dependence:

A

Degree of dependence but not drinking to relieve symptoms

Detox in community

7
Q

Describe severe dependence:

A

Serious and long standing problems, significant withdrawal and drinking to relieve symptoms
Detox at inpatient

8
Q

Describe an alcohol screening tool:

A
CAGE
Feel you should cut down 
Annoyed by criticism
Guilty 
Eye opener - drink in morning
9
Q

How can a patient be detoxed?

A

Chlordiazepoxide, vit B1, diazepam

10
Q

What supportive treatment can an alcoholic be given?

A

Vit B1, B complex and thiamine to reduce harm and treat Wernicke’s

11
Q

What relapse prevention may be provided?

A

Disulfiram